Aerophagia

Aerophagia is a medical condition characterized by repetitive swallowing of air. It is common to ingest air while eating, talking, or any other activity that involves our mouth. Despite being considered bad table manners, talking while eating is common with children. Parents struggle with instilling better table mannerisms in their children, especially those with Aerophagia. Teaching the kids to eat slowly, take small bites, eating with closed mouths, and proper breathing are some of the basics towards managing the condition. Studies have shown that behavior therapy can help in reducing incidence of the said condition. The section is dedicated to discussing Aerophagia and the best parenting practices for children with the condition using scientific evidence that has already been published.