What Is FEES? FEES stands for Fiberoptic Endoscopic Evaluation of Swallowing. It is a safe, well-established test used to check how well a person swallows food and liquids. During the test, a small, thin, flexible camera is gently passed through the nose to look at the throat while the person eats and drinks. The test is performed by a trained speech-language pathologist (SLP), sometimes together with an ear, nose, and throat (ENT) doctor. Why Is a Swallowing Test Important?

As a Speech-Language Pathologist, one of the questions I hear most often from families is: "What can we actually do at mealtimes to help?" If your child or loved one has been diagnosed with a swallowing disorder, also known as dysphagia, you already know that mealtimes can feel stressful. The good news is that there are simple, practical swallowing strategies you can use every day, at home and at school, to make eating safer and more enjoyable for everyone at the table. T

Whether you are a speech-language pathologist working across the lifespan, a parent watching your infant struggle at the breast or bottle, or a family member helping a loved one recover from a stroke, understanding dysphagia, difficulty swallowing, is the first step toward safer, more confident mealtimes. This article breaks down the essentials: how dysphagia differs in children versus adults, what warning signs to watch for, when to seek help, and what practical strategies c