Tag Archive: G-tube

5 Common Tube Feeding Questions

The idea of getting a feeding tube can be overwhelming and will present new challenges and responsibilities, but it will ultimately give your body the fuel it needs, so you can stay healthy and either maintain or improve your lifestyle.

Cassandra Bursma, RD
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FDA Study Addresses Concerns Regarding Blenderized Diets & ENFit

ENFit connectors were developed to prevent enteral misconnections; however, there are concerns about how blenderized diets flow through ENFit connectors.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR
How To Tube Feed

Tube Feeding: How-To’s

If you're looking for information about how to tube feed, this is the spot - whether you're new to tube feeding, or you've had your feeding tube for years.

Aimee Sharp
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Taking the Stress Out of Changing Your Child’s G-Tube

Performing any medical procedure on your child can be stressful for all concerned. Swapping out your child's g-tube for a replacement is no exception.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
When Mother's Day is Complicated

Tube Feeding A Child: The G-Tube That Saved My Son’s Life & My Sanity

Tube feeding a child may be a tough decision but for us, we were finally bonding during mealtime and this G-tube felt not like a loss, but a victory.

Jamie Sumner
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Feeding Tube Accessories

Feeding tube accessories can make the tube more secure and easier to deal with. They can also make having a feeding tube more acceptable to your child.

Sarah Sanchez, NDTR

Tube Feeding Your Child: How to Bolus/Syringe Feed Video

Watch Shield HealthCare’s Registered Dietitian’s video about how to bolus/syringe feed through your child’s feeding tube.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Feeding Pump Backpack

Tube Feeding Your Child: How to Use an Feeding Pump Backpack Video

A feeding pump backpack (AKA enteral backpack) is a special backpack designed to carry a feeding pump, formula and related supplies.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
Prevent Infection Related to Tube Feeding

How to Prevent Infection Related to Tube Feeding

Prevent infection related to tube feeding with proper daily care. Learn about how to prevent gastrointestinal & skin infection around the feeding tube site.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
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Skin Care and Your Feeding Tube

The skin around your child's feeding tube requires extra attention. Protect this area, called the stoma site, with daily care and monitoring.

Amy Long Carrera, MS, RD, CNSC, CWCMS
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