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Why Your Child Has Difficulty Chewing & Swallowing | Oral Placement Therapy Explained

Is your child keeping food in their mouth for a long time, struggling to chew, or still dependent on mashed food even after the age of 4 or 5? These are common feeding issues, especially among children with autism, language, and communication disorders. In this video, Dr. Sonam Kothari explains the causes of chewing and swallowing difficulties in children and how Oral Placement Therapy (OPT) can make a significant difference. What You’ll Learn in This Video: ✅ Common reasons behind chewing difficulties in children ✅ The role of oromotor sensory issues and jaw strength in feeding problems ✅ How Oral Placement Therapy helps in improving chewing and swallowing ✅ Practical exercises to enhance jaw strength and oral motor skills ✅ Tips for parents to support their child’s feeding development at home Key Points Covered: 1️⃣ Oromotor Sensory Issues: Many children struggle with different food textures because their mouth cannot handle sensory changes. They prefer the same mashed texture they grew up with. 2️⃣ Jaw Strength Challenges: Weak jaw muscles lead to poor chewing habits. Dr. Sonam explains jaw-strengthening exercises that can help. 3️⃣ Swallowing Difficulties: Some kids gag or vomit when trying to swallow solid foods. Learn how specific therapy exercises can reduce gag reflex sensitivity and improve swallowing. Why This Video is Important: Feeding difficulties can affect a child’s growth, nutrition, and confidence. Early intervention through Oral Placement Therapy and Occupational Therapy can transform your child’s eating habits. Dr. Sonam Kothari provides expert guidance to help parents identify problems early and seek the right therapy. If your child shows signs of feeding challenges, this video is a must-watch. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more expert advice on child development and therapy. 📌 For more support, consult with a pediatric occupational therapist near you! #childdevelopment #oralplacementtherapy #feedingissues Thank you for watching! If you found this video helpful, please like, share, and comment. Don’t forget to subscribe to the Butterfly Learnings YouTube channel for more informative content. Stay updated by joining our WhatsApp community through the links below: Thane: https://chat.whatsapp.com/GwCs3rVLr13... Udaipur: https://chat.whatsapp.com/J0SpVBOMXGP... Nagpur: https://chat.whatsapp.com/DCplsXpvTJ2... For more information or to book an appointment: Call: +91 86558 66056 Visit: https://www.butterflylearnings.com/ Follow us on social media: Facebook:   / butterflylearnings.fb   Instagram:   / butterflylearnings   LinkedIn:   / butterfly-learnings   Twitter:   / butterflylearn2