1. What is Talking Tube Feeding?
Talking Tube Feeding is our friendly hub of tube feeding guidance and support. Whether you are caring for a child who is tube fed, you’re tube fed yourself, or you’re simply looking for more information about tube feeding, we are here to support on all stages of the journey.
2. Who has written the content on Talking Tube Feeding?
All Talking Tube Feeding articles and videos have been created with written permission in partnership with healthcare professionals and tube feeding families, aiming to offer you credible, focused tube feeding information across a spectrum of topics ranging from lifestyle, personal stories, support and blended diet recipes.
3. I’m thinking about a blended diet, what do I need to know?
Blended diets should only be used after consultation with your healthcare professional. As a starting point, why not check out this page and hear from two registered dietitians of key things to think about when considering blended diets. So, You’re Thinking about a Blended Diet | Talking Tube Feeding (nestlehealthscience.co.uk)
4. Do you have any recipes suitable for tube fed diets?
Yes! Start by taking a look at this helpful introductory guide Talking Tube Feeding Blended Diet Recipes | Talking Tube Feeding (nestlehealthscience.co.uk) before visiting our recipes page here Recipes | Talking tube feeding (nestlehealthscience.co.uk) and have a look at our tasty selection of both sweet and savoury recipes.
5. Where can I find support for Tube Feeding?
Visit this page Support | Talking tube feeding (nestlehealthscience.co.uk) to discover a Tube Feeding Glossary, as well as information about the annual Tube Feeding Awareness Week and links to charities and support groups who can help.
6. What equipment is needed for blended diets and formula feeding?
With the help of specialist dietitians, we’ve collated a list of all the important and useful equipment you might need to support your tube feeding journey. Take a look at our page here Our Guide on Enteral Feeding Supplies | Talking Tube Feeding (nestlehealthscience.co.uk)
7. How can I get in touch if I have a question about tube feeding?
If you have any questions, we’re here to help! Don’t hesitate to get in touch with us directly at talkingtubefeeding@uk.nestle.com and we’ll do our best to answer your query.
8. I would like the chance to be featured on your website, how can I do that?
If you want to share your story with us, simply send us an email introducing yourself and your story for the chance to be featured. Get in touch using the email address: talkingtubefeeding@uk.nestle.com. We will then send you a permission form so we can share your stories, videos and images.
9. Do you have any recommendations of products for Tube Feeding?
Enteral tube feed formulas are foods for special medical purposes for use under medical supervision. Home- made blended diets should only be used after consultation with your healthcare professional.
10. What is the relationship between Nestlé and Talking Tube Feeding?
Nestlé Health Science has worked with healthcare professionals and families to create the articles and videos on this website. All views and opinions expressed are their own, and may not always reflect those of Nestlé Health Science. For any content creation permission is granted before we create any video, blogs and postings.
