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TalkTools® Textured Chewy™ | Sensory Warm-Up Tool for Feeding Therapy .tt-sensi-container{--primary-purple:#6361aa;--text-color:#333;--bg-plain:#f5f5f5;--warning-bg:#fff3cd;--warni ng-border:#ffeeba;--warning-text:#856404;--border-light:#ddd;--hover-bg:#eeecf7;font-family:"Proxima Nova","Poppins",sans-serif;line-height:1.6;color:var(--text-color);background-color:var(--bg-plain);margin:0;padding:0;width:100%;max-width:100%;box-sizing:border-box;} .tt-sensi-container *,.tt-sensi-container *::before,.tt-sensi-container *::after{box-sizing:border-box;} .tt-sensi-content{width:100%;padding:40px 20px;}.tt-sensi-intro{margin-bottom:10px;}.tt-sensi-intro p{margin-bottom:15px;} .tt-sensi-container a{color:var(--primary-purple);text-decoration:underline;}.tt-sensi-container a:hover{opacity:0.75;} .tt-sensi-page-header{border-bottom:3px solid var(--primary-purple);margin-bottom:24px;padding-bottom:15px;} .tt-sensi-page-header h1{color:var(--primary-purple);font-size:2.2em;margin:0;font-weight:700;} .tt-static-item{border-bottom:1px solid var(--border-light);} .tt-static-header{display:flex;align-items:center;padding:18px 0 18px 18px;border-left:5px solid var(--primary-purple);margin-top:8px;} .tt-static-header h2{color:var(--primary-purple);font-size:1.4em;font-weight:600;margin:0;line-height:1.3;} .tt-static-panel{padding:4px 0 20px 23px;}.tt-static-panel ul{margin:10px 0 0 0;padding-left:20px;}.tt-static-panel li{margin-bottom:9px;} .tt-accordion-item{border-bottom:1px solid var(--border-light);} .tt-accordion-toggle{all:unset;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:space-between;width:100%;cursor:pointer;padding:18px 0 18px 18px;border-left:5px solid var(--primary-purple);margin-top:8px;background:transparent;transition:background 0.2s;} .tt-accordion-toggle:hover,.tt-accordion-toggle:focus-visible{background-color:var(--hover-bg);outline:none;} .tt-accordion-toggle h2{color:var(--primary-purple);font-size:1.4em;font-weight:600;margin:0;line-height:1.3;} .tt-chevron{flex-shrink:0;margin-left:16px;width:22px;height:22px;display:flex;align-items:center;justify-content:center;transition:transform 0.25s ease;color:var(--primary-purple);} .tt-accordion-toggle[aria-expanded="false"] .tt-chevron{transform:rotate(180deg);} .tt-accordion-panel{overflow:hidden;max-height:2000px;transition:max-height 0.3s ease,padding 0.3s ease;padding:4px 0 20px 23px;} .tt-accordion-panel.is-closed{max-height:0;padding:0 0 0 23px;} .tt-accordion-panel ul{margin:10px 0 0 0;padding-left:20px;}.tt-accordion-panel li{margin-bottom:9px;} .tt-sensi-container .product-details-table{width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:10px 0 0 0;} .tt-sensi-container .product-details-table td{padding:12px 10px;border-bottom:1px solid var(--border-light);vertical-align:top;} .tt-sensi-container .product-details-table td:first-child{font-weight:600;width:38%;color:var(--primary-purple);} .tt-warning{background-color:var(--warning-bg);border:1px solid var(--warning-border);color:var(--warning-text);padding:20px 25px;border-radius:8px;margin-top:30px;font-weight:600;} @media(max-width:768px){.tt-sensi-page-header h1{font-size:1.6em;}.tt-accordion-toggle h2,.tt-static-header h2{font-size:1.2em;}.tt-sensi-container .product-details-table td:first-child{width:45%;}.tt-sensi-content{padding:20px 15px;}} TalkTools® Textured Chewy™ The TalkTools® Textured Chewy™ is a sensory warm-up tool designed to help children with feeding aversions or sensory integration challenges gradually accept textured foods and varied oral input. It supports pre-feeding exercises and pairs directly with foods of similar textures as part of a structured feeding therapy approach. See also the Green Chewy and Purple Chewy for standalone jaw-strengthening chew tools. Key Benefits Functions as a sensory warm-up prior to introducing textured foods Pairs directly with foods of similar textures to build gradual oral tolerance Supports pre-feeding exercises for children working on sensory integration Suitable for oral sensory seekers and children with feeding aversions or hypersensitivity Can be offered for self-presentation for children who benefit from independent oral stimulation FDA compliant, latex-free, lead-free, BPA-free, and phthalates-free Ideal for: Children with food aversions, feeding difficulties, or oral hypersensitivity Children with sensory integration challenges or sensory-seeking behaviors Children on the autism spectrum or with sensory processing disorders SLPs and OTs providing pre-feeding and texture acceptance therapy Parents and caregivers supporting home practice between therapy sessions Feeding therapy clinics, school-based settings, and private practice What's Included 1 x TalkTools® Textured Chewy™ Product Details Color Orange Material FDA-compliant, BPA-free, latex-free, lead-free, phthalates-free Additional Resources For a structured clinical program targeting jaw strengthening and mobility, the TalkTools® Bite Tube Hierarchy is recommended as a therapist-directed program. Care Instructions Before and after each use: clean with mild soap and warm water Inspect before each use for wear and tear Replace at the first sign of deterioration, severe cracking, or other changes in product integrity Do not use harsh abrasive cleaners Warning: Use with adult supervision at all times. Not recommended for use while sleeping. Inspect the product before every use and dispose of it properly at the first sign of damage or deterioration. Not intended for unsupervised use by children under 3 years of age. 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The Green and Purple Chewys are resistance-based jaw-strengthening tools."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Who is this tool for?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Children with food aversions, oral hypersensitivity, or sensory integration challenges who are working toward accepting textured foods."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Can a child use this independently?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"It can be offered for self-presentation to children who benefit from independent oral stimulation, but adult supervision is always required."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Is it dishwasher safe?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Clean with mild soap and warm water. Check current product labeling for dishwasher compatibility."}},{"@type":"Question","name":"Is this FDA-compliant?","acceptedAnswer":{"@type":"Answer","text":"Yes — FDA-compliant, BPA-free, latex-free, lead-free, and phthalates-free."}}]} Show more