Supporting the Neurodivergent Family: A Full Team Approach

Tuesday, August 15, 2023

10:15 AM – 11:45 AM PDT

CE: 1.5 CERP

R-CERP
Learning Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced

Breastfeeding/chestfeeding is a highly embodied and sensory experience. Neurodivergent individuals may present with sensory processing challenges and experience significant barriers to achieving their feeding goals. This presentation will include an interactive discussion on how providers in the lactation space can support for neurodiverse families, including clinical and operational strategies for meeting the needs of this population.

This study was also supported by the authors:
Annette Leary, RN, BSN, IBCLC, Baby BLISS: Central Florida Feeding Collaborative, Orlando Lactation and Wellness Services
Shana Quarrie, Occupational Therapist, Baby BLISS Feeding Collaborative of Central Florida

Learning Objectives:

Recognize at least 2 diagnoses that are classified under the neurodivergent umbrella.
Identify 2 barriers that a person with sensory processing challenges may experience when carrying out a feeding plan.
Identify 2 areas of process improvement in your practice that can help screen the patient appropriately and accommodate the sensory needs of your dyad.

Sabrina Barber, BSN, RN, IBCLC, CD (she/her/hers)

Registered Nurse, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, Childbirth Doula
Motherly Love Lactation Services/Co-Founder of Baby BLISS Feeding Collaborative of Central Florida, LLC, Florida, United States

Disclosure(s): No relationship to disclose, including relevant financial relationships

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