Once you and your healthcare team have decided that tube feeding is the best way for you or the person you care for - and you understand its pros, risks, procedure and implications - then arrangements will be made to start tube feeding.

You are most likely dealing with many different things at this time, such as other medical situations and therapies. As well as handling family and work commitments during your time in hospital, or emotional exhaustion. It's natural to feel overwhelmed, but there will be lots of help for you as you get started with tube feeding in hospital, and during your transition at home.

Your healthcare team will help you understand the procedure for placing the tube that will be done in hospital, as well as the equipment and training you'll need to get started. Together, you'll work out the best tube feeding routine for you or the one you care for, including administration and timetables. You will also be given step-by-step tube feeding guidance and training until you're comfortable and feel secure with the steps.