- For patients & carers
- For parents
Understanding the decision to tube feed
Your healthcare professional has suggested tube feeding for you or the one you care for. Maybe you had time to consider tube feeding in hospital. Or the decision to start tube feeding might have been made very quickly. Either way, it's natural to feel worried or overwhelmed when you're first faced with the thought of tube feeding.
As with anything we don't fully understand, starting tube feeding can seem scary. There can be so many questions about its impact on your health and on all aspects of your life. Is it safe? What does it look like? Will I be able to manage at home? And how can I find help along the way?
The right help, guidance and information, can help you gain the belief you need to understand tube feeding. And to accept the decision to start tube feeding. We're here to help you do just that. With tips, personal stories, and FAQs can help you see how it can be a positive part of your life. And to help you understand why it may be the best choice for you or the one you care for.
Understanding the decision to tube feed
As a parent, you naturally want the best for your child. You want to nurture and nourish them. So when a healthcare professional suggests tube feeding for your child, you might have mixed feelings. Your child might also deal with many other things, so it's no wonder most parents feel overwhelmed.
As with anything we don't fully understand, starting tube feeding can seem scary. There can be so many questions about its impact on your child's health and on all aspects of their life. Is it safe? What does it look like? Will I be able to manage at home? And how can I find help along the way?
With the right help, guidance, and information, you can learn more about tube feeding. This will make it easier for you to accept the decision to start tube feeding for your child. We're here to help you do just that. The tips, personal stories, and FAQs can help you see how it can be a positive part of your child's life. And to help you understand why it may be the best choice for your child.
