{"title":"Feeding","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"ark-therapeutic-ark-prospoon-textured-feeding-therapy-spoon-small","title":"ARK Therapeutic - ARK proSpoon™ Textured Feeding Therapy Spoon (Small)","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally!  \u003c\/span\u003eThe Textured Spoon Tip\u003cspan\u003e (an attachment for the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.arktherapeutic.com\/arks-z-vibe-vibrating-oral-motor-tool\/\"\u003eZ-\u003c\/a\u003eVibe\u003cspan\u003e, both sold separately) has been a feeding therapy favorite for over 15 years.  ARK's proSpoon™ has that same spoon bowl that we know and love, but now it's available as a standalone non-vibratory spoon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eARK's proSpoon™ was specially designed by feeding therapist Debbie Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP to support easy feeding and food removal for young children.  The size and shape of the spoon bowl are \"just right\" - big enough to hold an appropriate amount of food, but small enough to prevent the spoon from being overloaded with too much food.  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs an extra bonus:  the back of the spoon bowl has gentle bumps to help transition children from puréed to textured foods.  These sensory bumps also stimulate the tongue and lower lip and provide added tongue stability. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_e200a630-330c-4c14-9bc8-dc93f75bce3d.jpg?v=1773484746\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eProudly designed and made in the USA by ARK Therapeutic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for 1 proSpoon™.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach small spoon measures 5.4\" long.  The handle measures .35\" in diameter.  The spoon bowl specifically measures about 1.4 x .75\" (LxW).  This size is best for infants and toddlers and works best with puréed foods like yogurt, applesauce, stage 1 baby foods, etc. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEach large spoon\u003c\/em\u003e measures 6\" long.  The handle measures .4\" in diameter.  The spoon bowl specifically measures about 1.75 x 1\" (LxW).  This size is best for older children and up through adults.  Adults may find this spoon a little smaller than regular spoons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach spoon is sold individually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact color hues may vary slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical grade, FDA compliant, no lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA smooth non-textured version of the proSpoon™ \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note:  this is not a vibrating spoon.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"triangle.jpeg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/triangle_55e99f3f-67d8-4dd3-a0e9-390755ecdce5.jpg?v=1773484746\" title=\"triangle.jpeg\" width=\"20\"\u003e Caution: this product is NOT a toy.  It is a therapeutic tool intended to be used by a professional therapist (or by parents trained by their therapist). Direct adult supervision required at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":47185326604466,"sku":"PROSPOON100SmlTexYellow","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Teal","offer_id":47185326637234,"sku":"PROSPOON100SmlTexTeal","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hot Pink","offer_id":47185326670002,"sku":"PROSPOON100SmlTexHotPink","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Royal Blue","offer_id":47185326702770,"sku":"PROSPOON100SmlTexRoyal","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Forest Green","offer_id":47185326735538,"sku":"PROSPOON100SmlTexForest","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":47185326768306,"sku":"PROSPOON100SmlTexOrange","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/feeding-therapy-spoons-textured__38678.1709244311__25853.1725547257.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773484768"},{"product_id":"ark-therapeutic-ark-prospoon-textured-feeding-therapy-spoon-large","title":"ARK Therapeutic - ARK proSpoon™ Textured Feeding Therapy Spoon (Large)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-contents\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"tab-content has-jsContent is-active\" id=\"tab-description\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003eFinally! \u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThe Textured Spoon Tip\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e(an attachment for the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Vibe, both sold separately) has been a feeding therapy favorite for over 15 years.  ARK's proSpoon™ has that same spoon bowl that we know and love, but now it's available as a standalone non-vibratory spoon.\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eARK's proSpoon™ was specially designed by feeding therapist Debbie Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP to support easy feeding and food removal for young children.  The size and shape of the spoon bowl are \"just right\" - big enough to hold an appropriate amount of food, but small enough to prevent the spoon from being overloaded with too much food.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs an extra bonus:  the back of the spoon bowl has gentle bumps to help transition children from puréed to textured foods.  These sensory bumps also stimulate the tongue and lower lip and provide added tongue stability. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_bd364e25-dc82-4718-afa0-03df1da9cf7b.jpg?v=1773484749\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eProudly designed and made in the USA by ARK Therapeutic.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis listing is for 1 proSpoon™.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach small spoon measures 5.4\" long.  The handle measures .35\" in diameter.  The spoon bowl specifically measures about 1.4 x .75\" (LxW).  This size is best for infants and toddlers and works best with puréed foods like yogurt, applesauce, stage 1 baby foods, etc. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEach large spoon\u003c\/em\u003e measures 6\" long.  The handle measures .4\" in diameter.  The spoon bowl specifically measures about 1.75 x 1\" (LxW).  This size is best for older children and up through adults.  Adults may find this spoon a little smaller than regular spoons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach spoon is sold individually.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact color hues may vary slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMedical grade, FDA compliant, no lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA smooth non-textured version of the proSpoon™ is available (Sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note:  this is not a vibrating spoon.  \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"triangle.jpeg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/triangle_19bcd84f-b4f1-4381-8fc9-f04f871a1bf5.jpg?v=1773484749\" title=\"triangle.jpeg\" width=\"20\"\u003e Caution: this product is NOT a toy.  It is a therapeutic tool intended to be used by a professional therapist (or by parents trained by their therapist). Direct adult supervision required at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-content-region=\"product_below_description\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"tab-content has-jsContent\" id=\"tab-specifications\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv id=\"tab-related\"\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Teal","offer_id":47185326833842,"sku":"PROSPOON100LgeTeal","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Royal Blue","offer_id":47185326866610,"sku":"PROSPOON100LgeRoyal","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Orange","offer_id":47185326899378,"sku":"PROSPOON100LgeOrange","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Forest Green","offer_id":47185326932146,"sku":"PROSPOON100LgeForest","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":47185326964914,"sku":"PROSPOON100LgeYellow","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hot Pink","offer_id":47185326997682,"sku":"PROSPOON100LgeHotPink","price":14.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/feeding-therapy-spoons-textured__38678.1709244311__25853.1725547257.1280.1280__29744.1725877650.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773484770"},{"product_id":"ark-z-vibe-spoon-tip-smooth","title":"ARK -  Z-Vibe® - Spoon Tip (Smooth)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-contents\"\u003e\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"tab-content has-jsContent is-active\" id=\"tab-description\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eARK's Spoon Tip attachments turn any Z-Vibe® into the ultimate sensory feeding tool. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Spoon Tip was specially designed by feeding therapist Debbie Lowsky, MS, CCC-SLP to support easy feeding and food removal.  The size and shape of the spoon bowl are \"just right\" - big enough to hold an appropriate amount of food, but small enough to prevent the spoon from being overloaded with too much food.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen used with the Z-Vibe handle, the Spoon Tips can help \"wake up\" the mouth, increase awareness, and provide stimulation to the lips, tongue, cheeks, and jaw.  A wonderful tool for any sensory mealtime treatment plan, these Spoon Tips have helped many therapists and parents get tube-fed children on their first solid foods. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_fec65d0b-9383-4552-b85c-b8d0fdafcf94.jpg?v=1773484817\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e Made in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, medical grade, FDA compliant \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEach small tip\u003c\/em\u003e measures about 7.6 x 1.9cm  The spoon bowl specifically measures about 3.5 x 1.9cm (LxW).  This size is best for infants and toddlers.  The small size works best with puréed foods like yogurt, applesauce, stage 1 baby foods, etc. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cem\u003eEach large tip\u003c\/em\u003e measures about 8.6 x 2.5cm.  The spoon bowl specifically measures about 4.5 x 2.5cm (LxW).  This size is best for older children and up through adults.  Adults may find this spoon a little smaller than regular spoons.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo be used with either the\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Vibe\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Grabber\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehandle (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlso available in textured versions \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"triangle.jpeg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/triangle_d92d650f-5403-4290-b0d8-2ae7bf69d627.jpg?v=1773484817\" title=\"triangle.jpeg\" width=\"20\"\u003e Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Small (Baby\/Infant)","offer_id":47185331093682,"sku":"VSPSmoothSmall","price":10.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large (Child\/Adult)","offer_id":47185331126450,"sku":"840459208080","price":10.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/ark-z-vibe-spoon-tips-for-feeding-therapy-smooth__09996.1706636230__70704.1725878887.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773484864"},{"product_id":"ark-z-vibe-spoon-tip-textured","title":"ARK - 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It can also be used as a tongue scraper for dental hygiene and oral awareness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_25195797-4de4-4e5b-a030-616a65bc1e13.jpg?v=1773484900\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, medical grade, FDA compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach tip measures approximately 8.9 x 3.15 x 0.64cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold individually\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo be used with any\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Vibe® or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Grabber® (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColors may vary.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"triangle.jpeg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/triangle_75b772eb-be1e-4959-bee6-6e40c6b4e134.jpg?v=1773484900\" title=\"triangle.jpeg\" width=\"20\"\u003e Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47185331912882,"sku":"840459208646","price":13.49,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/ark-tongue-lateralization-exercise-tip-z-vibe__75075.1580322275__13425.1725880998.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773484916"},{"product_id":"ark-therapeutic-z-vibe-popette-tip","title":"ARK Therapeutic -  Z-Vibe® - Popette Tip","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-contents\"\u003e\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"tab-content has-jsContent is-active\" id=\"tab-description\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eARK's Popette Tip is an adaptor for the Z-Vibe® that lets you add vibration to the use of lollipops, Toothettes, and DentaSwabs.  Lollipops are a fun, effective, and tasty oral motor therapy tool for oral awareness and lip\/tongue exercises.  Toothettes and DentaSwabs are spongy therapy tools commonly used during sensory assessments and to provide oral input.  Simply press their stem into the Popette Tip, twist the Popette Tip into the Z-Vibe® handle (sold separately), and you're ready to go!  You can also trim the stem of the Toothette, DentaSwab, or lollipop if a shorter length is desired. This listing is for the blue Popette adaptor only, sold individually.  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_19ab6eb4-c3e5-465b-90bd-eeee6f21169e.jpg?v=1773484903\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, medical grade, FDA compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Popette Tip adapter measures approximately 6.4cm in length and just under 1.3cm in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo be used with any\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Vibe® or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Grabber® (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with most standard lollipops (Dum Dums are recommended, which have both a good stem and sucker size).  Lollipops\/Toothettes\/DentaSwabs not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"triangle.jpeg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/triangle_5da719b8-e106-4b56-8ffb-831675f725f8.jpg?v=1773484903\" title=\"triangle.jpeg\" width=\"20\"\u003e Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47185331978418,"sku":"840459206550","price":12.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/popette_tip_oral_motor_exerciser__63969.1580322246__09857.1725881210.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773484918"},{"product_id":"ark-z-vibe-cat-tip","title":"ARK - 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 Z-Spoon® Sensory Feeding Tool","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-contents\"\u003e\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"tab-content has-jsContent is-active\" id=\"tab-description\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eARK's \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Spoon\u003cspan\u003e® is the ultimate sensory feeding tool. The vibrating spoon tool's size, shape, and shallow bowl allow for easy feeding and oral stimulation. Use the spoon to decrease food aversions and oral defensiveness. The Z-Spoon's smooth vibration gently \"wakes up\" the mouth, increases awareness, and provides oral motor stimulation to the lips, tongue, cheeks, and jaw. A wonderful tool for any sensory mealtime treatment plan.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Z-Spoon vibrating spoon tool is sold with 1 vibratory handle and 1 Spoon Tip (Smooth) The texture around the handle provides a slip-proof grip, and it can also be brushed along the cheeks, arms, hands, etc. for additional tactile input. Turn the vibrating spoon tool on by twisting the Switch Tip *just* until the unit starts to vibrate (please do not overtighten!).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_c283bffb-87fe-47bb-b8e0-d7ebaebaeb92.jpg?v=1773484970\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, medical grade , FDA compliant \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNO lead, phthalates, PVC, BPA, or latex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattery included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures approximately 18.5cm in length and 1.2c in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpoon Tips measure 1.cm wide (sized to be used with children up to the age of roughly 3 years, depending on their mouth size).  You can still use it at any age, the spoon will just hold less than an \"adult\" sized spoon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"triangle.jpeg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/triangle_bcb0c7ca-fad5-4b7d-87b4-a680cebdf59b.jpg?v=1773484970\" title=\"triangle.jpeg\" width=\"20\"\u003e The Z-Spoon is NOT a toy.  As a therapeutic tool, the Z-Spoon should be used by a therapist or a parent under the guidance of their therapist.  Caution: contains small parts (including a battery) that may pose a choking hazard; must be used under direct adult supervision at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47185336008882,"sku":"840459209346","price":49.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/ark_z_vibe_spoon_food_aversion_tool__50636.1580319947__77758.1726051521.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773485018"},{"product_id":"ark-therapeutic-maroon-spoon-2-pack","title":"ARK Therapeutic - Maroon Spoon™ (2 Pack)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"tabs-contents\"\u003e\u003cdiv aria-hidden=\"false\" class=\"tab-content has-jsContent is-active\" id=\"tab-description\" role=\"tabpanel\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Maroon Spoon™ is a favorite for many therapists providing feeding therapy. Regular store-bought spoons have bowls that are either too wide or too deep.  This means that the spoon tends to get overloaded with food - way too much to orally manage in one bite. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut the Maroon Spoon™ feeding tool is just the right size!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Not too shallow, not too deep, with an appropriate width. Perfect for working with children with problems such as poor lip closure, \u003c\/span\u003eoral hypersensitivity\u003cspan\u003e, or tongue thrust.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_0abe6205-475e-4951-9897-ee39b14297dc.jpg?v=1773485040\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e Made in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFDA compliant, no latex, lead, BPA, or phthalates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach spoon measures 14.6cm long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe small bowl measures approximately 3.2 x .1.3 (L x W)  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe large bowl measures approximately 3.8 x 3.2\" (L x W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNOT recommended for individuals with a bite reflex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Small","offer_id":47185336205490,"sku":"MSpoonSm2","price":11.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large","offer_id":47185336238258,"sku":"MSpoonLg2","price":11.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/small_maroon_spoons__30433.1641829491__89649.1726056422.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773485049"},{"product_id":"ark-z-vibe-flat-spoon-tip","title":"ARK - 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Each tip has a variety of shapes and textures for oral stimulation and sensory input both within the oral cavity and around the lips and face. Use the textured ears as spoons to decrease texture aversion. Or, use the bite blocks on the back of the tips to practice jaw grading and stability. 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One ear has a smooth backside. The other ear has gentle bumps for added tactile input and stability to the tongue. Use the bumpy one to help introduce texture to puréed foods and to encourage the transition from puréed to textured\/regular food. The Mouse ears are also aptly positioned at an angle to make eating easier for beginning spoon users or children with limited dexterity (please directly supervise when the child is holding the tool him\/herself).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse Mr. Dog during mealtimes and feeding therapy to decrease food anxiety.  The various textures and sensations can also help \"wake up\" the mouth, decrease oral aversions, and normalize sensitivities. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the various heights of the tips to practice jaw grading and stability - have the child practice biting the ears, the side of the face, the bite block on the back of the tip, etc. to practice gauging how far they should open their mouth.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe bite blocks on the back come in three different sizes. Start with the Dog Tip, as he has the thickest bite block (which is the easiest). Then progress to the Mouse Tip, which has a thinner bite block, and finally to the Cat Tip, which has the thinnest and thus the most difficult bite block. Click on the \"Therapy Video\" tab above to learn more about this oral motor exercise \/ hierarchy for jaw grading.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHave fun!  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"ARK Therapeutics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47185813078194,"sku":"840459203535","price":16.19,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/8221_source_1740951253__79323.1757067804.1280.1280.jpg?v=1773493272"},{"product_id":"ark-z-vibe-mouse-tip","title":"ARK - Z-Vibe® - Mouse Tip","description":"\u003cp\u003eARK's Animal Tips are a charming addition to any oral sensory motor treatment plan. The friendly faces of these therapy tools for kids immediately spark interest, improve concentration, and increase willingness to participate. 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They can also be used to work on biting\/chewing skills, coordination of movement, and of course play therapy.  Kids will love incorporating these playful \"pets\" into their speech and feeding therapy sessions! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom the pull-down menu, choose which tip you'd like.  Each tip is sold individually or in a set of all 3 for a savings (handle sold separately).  \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cimg alt=\"usa-flag.jpg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/usa-flag_b0952a50-c7b2-4f59-8f15-d0c787443311.jpg?v=1773493292\" title=\"usa-flag.jpg\" width=\"25\"\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eMade in the USA\u003c\/strong\u003e, medical grade, FDA compliant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo BPA, PVC, lead, phthalates, or latex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Cat Tip measures approximately 1.75\" from ear to ear, the Dog 2.75\", and the Mouse 3\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach tip is sold individually or in a set of all three\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher-safe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo be used with any\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Vibe® or\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZ-Grabber® (sold separately)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cem\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"triangle.jpeg\" class=\"flag\" height=\"18\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0760\/8516\/6258\/files\/triangle_2cbd958e-5c70-4a8d-8f88-978777c9d169.jpg?v=1773493292\" title=\"triangle.jpeg\" width=\"20\"\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cem\u003e Caution: this therapeutic tool should be used under adult supervision at all times.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAllow hesitant \/ orally defensive children to explore the various sensations in their hands and on their arms first, slowly working towards acceptance in the mouth for oral stimulation.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDip the Cat in food and use him as a \"dipper spoon\" to decrease texture aversion, decrease food anxiety, and increase oral awareness during feeding therapy.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the ears of the Mouse \u0026amp; Dog as spoons! 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