HBFI & Formula Fed Infant: Protection & Support Course POSTPONED

Course Overview:

• 2.5 hour course

• 7:30 – 10:00 pm

• No CERPs

• Pre-requisite: None

Facilitator:

Kathy Venter - RN, IBCLC

Participants:

Health care workers and people assisting families with infant feeding who are looking for information on how to improve support of formula feeding families.

Goals and Objectives:

A 2.5 hour course that explores the Baby-Friendly Initiative and how it supports and protects all types of infant feeding, including formula feeding.

Course Content:

The Baby-Friendly Initiative and How It Protects and Supports The Formula Fed Infant

• The updated BFHI (2017): the approach towards non-breastfeeding families

• How the WHO Code influences the quality and safety of artificial baby foods for the protection of infants and young children.

A Brief History of Infant Feeding

• An interesting look at infant foods and feeding equipment

• Social influences and infant feeding decisions

What Is Infant Formula

• Composition and manufacturing process

• Health Canada recommendations

Considering The Formula Fed Infant

• Informed decisions

• Cue based responsive feeding and optimal outcomes

• Recognizing issues: sensitivities and discomforts

• Finding resources and support

Registration is not complete until payment has been received. Courses are held virtually on Zoom