N3 Neonatal Nutrition Network Study Day
This very successful multi-professional study day will aim at exploring a range of topics related to the nutritional needs of premature and sick babies. Following talks from expert speakers, participants will have the opportunity to apply their knowledge to a range of case studies in small multi-professional groups.
Topics for Talks and Workshops:
Parenteral Nutrition Strategies for Preterm Infants
Role of Micronutrients in Neonatal Growth and Development
Necrotising Enterocolitis (NEC)
Updates on Folic Acid and Vitamin B12 for Preterm Neonates
Update on supporting mothers to express breast milk for their babies in neonatal care
Nutritional Challenges in the Context of Patent Ductus Arteriosus (PDA)
ARA (arachidonic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) supplementation for preterm infants
Strategies to Optimise Gut Health in Preterm Neonates
Update on Early Exclusive Enteral Feeding
Nutritional Approaches Following Gastrointestinal Surgery and After Discharge from the Neonatal Unit
Who should Attend?
• Any professional involved in the care of babies in neonatal units
• Paediatricians and Neonatologists at all levels
• Paediatric & Neonatal: Gastroenterologists , Surgeons, Pharmacists
• Nurses
• Dietitians, Speech & Language Therapists and Occupational Therapists

