At childfeeding.org we are often asked about blended tube feeding options for children. While blended tube feeds work very well for some children and families, they are not suitable for everyone. Whether or not to try blended tube feeds is an individual decision that should be made with your usual healthcare providers.

In 2021 an Australian guideline for blended tube feeds use was created by AusPEN (Australasian Society of Parnteral and Enteral Nutrition).

It is short, practical and may be worth taking to your next consultation if you are interested.

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