Prior to your child’s video swallow study:
How do I prepare?
Arrive 15-20 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment for registration and check-in.
Plan to be at the swallow study for at least one hour.
Bring your child ready to eat a snack, not a full meal.
Your child should be hungry enough to eat or drink about an ounce or two of each liquid and/or food.
What do I need to bring?
Insurance card
Bring utensils your child uses every day. This could include bottles, nipples, cups, and straws.
Bring one or two foods/liquids your child likes. They may or may not be used during the study.
Please also bring a food or liquid your child is having difficulty eating or swallowing.
If you are currently thickening your child’s liquids, do not thicken them for this test. Bring the thickening recipe and the name of the thickener you are currently using.
