The gastrostomy feeding tube (G-tube) and jejunostomy feeding tube (J-tube) are used to provide nutrients to patients who have a functional gastrointestinal tract, but can’t take adequate amounts of food through the mouth. What is
"My feeding tube doesn't mean I'm dying."
This is the second of a two-part series providing basic education and resources regarding blenderized tube feeding (BTF).
A blog post sharing my personal experiences getting and living with a feeding tube (NG Tubes and PEG-J Tubes).
Learn more about the different types of feeding tubes, what they look like, and what they are used for in this post!
Are you new to tubie life and overwhelmed? Maybe you’re a long-time feeding tube user, but looking for some new ideas? These essential feeding tube hacks will make life with a feeding tube ju…
Have you decided to blend up real food for your feeding tube, or for the tubie in your life, instead of using commercial formulas? This is usually a harder path to take, without a lot of support fr…
Part 10 of my Feeding Tube Awareness Week series is my best tips for tube feeding related to formula, logistics, clothing, and more.
Many feeding tube users and parents of feeding tube users have discovered the numerous benefits of a blenderized real food diet. Thinking of starting a blenderized diet? Already taken the plunge? Y…
A solid understanding of the proper techniques and guidelines is paramount for individuals and their caregivers managing G-tube feeding at home
In today’s VETgirl blog, we interview Amy Newfield, CVT, VTS (ECC) on what you need to know about nasoesophageal (NE) / nasogastric (NG) feeding tubes. What size and length should you pick? Do you need to use a stylet or sedation? What are the contraindications for placing an NG or NE tube?
We are approaching 1 year of feeding issues, and almost 10 months with a feeding tube. Now, I am NOT an expert or a medical professional, but I have learned a thing or two about life with a tube fed kiddo. Here are my top tips and tricks.1. Don't be afraid of the tube. Now this isn't really a tip or trick, but I feel it is life advice that every tube feeding family needs. In the beginning, it is easy tip toe and be AFRAID of the tube. Afraid to go out and handle tube life outside the safety of y
A blog post sharing my personal experiences getting and living with a feeding tube (NG Tubes and PEG-J Tubes).
The first of a two-part series providing basic education and resources regarding blenderized tube feeding (BTF).
Feeding tubes come with a risk of complications. So here are a few feeding tube complications to look out for and tips for avoiding them!
Have you decided to blend up real food for your feeding tube, or for the tubie in your life, instead of using commercial formulas? This is usually a harder path to take, without a lot of support fr…
Nutritious, easy, vibrant blenderized tube feeding recipe. If you're looking for blended diet recipes for adults or children, you've come to the right place. Natural Tube Feeding has what you're looking for.
A gastrostomy tube is a tube that’s inserted into a patient's abdomen, due to an inability to consume nutrients on their own. Learn more.
Learn more about the different types of feeding tubes, what they look like, and what they are used for in this post!
Percutaneous Endoscopic Gastrostomy (PEG) is performed at DHC in Hillsborough, NJ. Learn more and schedule an appointment today.
What do you do if you believe that you may benefit from a feeding tube, but your healthcare team hasn’t made that decision with you yet?
Does your child have an ng-tube or g-tube so that they can get the calories and nutrients they need? Kids that have a feeding tube can learn to eat and ...
Parents of a tube-fed child report that the social/emotional issues they deal with daily can be more taxing than the medical complications of tube feeding.
Wondering how you can keep your child's feeding tube formula cold all night long while the child is sleeping? Here's my 12-hour solution!
Living with constant pain, not being able to eat, frequent hospitalizations, and relying on medical devices took a toll on Rachel's life. Although she realizes her life and nutrition may look a lot different than others, she accepts it as her normal.
