900 Min
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One of the most important considerations for new parents is infant feeding. It has long been acknowledged that breastfeeding gives babies the best start in life and, over recent years, the percentage of new mums choosing to breastfeed has increased. However, for a variety of reasons, some mums still opt to bottle feed and many do so in their baby's first year.
A healthy baby grows faster in the first year of life than at any other time. In order to fuel this special growth phase, babies need complete nutrition. Getting all of the right nutrients also helps to lay the foundations for successful development and good health in later life.
Objectives
This module will tell you how to:
- Understand the different types of infant formula available
- Recognise when infant formula can help with certain feeding problems
- Know when to refer to the pharmacist.
