Seating and Positioning

Consideration of seating and positioning may be relevant as a management strategy in response to concerns regarding feeding safety, adequacy, feeding as a positive experience, development, and efficiency.

KEY MESSAGES

In infants, stability-mobility patterns play an important role in the coordination of the suck-swallow-breathe synergy.
Positioning of the feet, legs, and hips influences the trunk which influences the head, neck, and upper limb control and function.
Appropriate positioning of the child is essential for effective, efficient, and safe feeding. This may be facilitated by commercially available or specialized equipment.