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11. Training & CPD

This module looks at specialist infant formula milks.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Module

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10. Ask the experts

If a baby requires a specialist milk, parents may have more questions than usual. Here’s what our experts advise.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Article

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9. Pre-term/low birthweight babies

Pre-term babies have minimal body reserves of nutrients and immature body systems.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Article

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8. Faltering growth

Faltering growth, or failure to thrive, is when a baby does not gain weight at the expected rate.

18 May 2020 , 1 Min Article

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7. Infant eczema

Intact cows’ milk protein can increase the risk of eczema in babies with a family history of allergy.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Article

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6. Cows' milk allergy

Cows’ milk allergy (CMA) is the most common food allergy in infants and is most often seen in those that are formula-fed.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Article

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5. Lactose intolerance

Food allergies and food intolerances are not the same and it is essential to understand how to distinguish between the two.

18 May 2020 , 1 Min Article

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4. Diarrhoea

If there is a sudden change in consistency to loose or watery stools, it is classed as diarrhoea.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Article

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3. Constipation

The frequency and consistency of a baby's stools can vary, but symptoms of constipation are easy to spot.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Article

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2. Reflux

Also called regurgitation, reflux occurs when the stomach contents are brought back up into the oesophagus or mouth.

18 May 2020 , 2 Min Article

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1. Coping with colic

Colic affects up to one in five babies, making it one of the most common gastrointestinal complaints in babies.

18 May 2020 , 3 Min Article

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