Food Discovery Camp
At the Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development, we offer a three-day Food Discovery Camp to help children with non-medical feeding challenges explore new foods and develop healthy eating habits in a supportive and pressure-free environment. This camp is focused on helping children feel comfortable with food and mealtime experiences.
What Food Discovery Camp Offers
Sensory Play
Campers are encouraged to use all five of their senses to engage with new foods, with taste coming last.
Guided Food Exploration
We encourage campers to taste new foods through fun and engaging activities that stimulate curiosity and reduce anxiety around eating.
Positive Mealtime Experiences
This camp focuses on providing a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, helping children to associate new food with positive experiences.
Peer Support
Campers participate in group activities that promote social interaction and allow them to see their peers trying new foods, encouraging them to do the same.
Why Choose Food Discovery Camp?
Specialized Focus
The camp is specifically designed for children ages 5-8 with non-medical feeding challenges, providing tailored support and strategies.
Experienced Staff:
Our camp director, Occupational Therapist Emily Beddow, has over 26 years of expertise in pediatric therapy and specializes in non-medical feeding therapy.
Positive and Pressure-Free
We prioritize creating a fun and relaxed environment where children can explore new foods without pressure or stress.
Results Beyond Camp
The camp helps children develop healthy eating habits and positive attitudes toward food, which can have lasting benefits beyond the camp experience.
Reserve Your Spot
Learn more about Food Discovery Camp and how your child can participate.