Nutrition & Feeding Sig
The focus of the Nutrition & Feeding SIG is to provide consistent and reliable information to neonatal nurses in supporting nutrition and feeding in neonatal unit environments to optimise feeding outcomes.
- E: nutritionsig@acnn.org.au
- Mobile: 0456 645 261
- Terms of Reference
Committee
- Chair: Rachel Jones
- Secretary: Gabrielle Kerslake
- Treasurer Liaison: Bronwyn Bernerius
- Ordinary members: Heather Taylor, Linda Thomasson, Shelley Reid (Executive Observer), Kylie Peach.
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Nutrition & feeding is an important part of the experience of families whose infant requires admission to a neonatal unit. Successful
establishment of feeding is affected by various factors, such as, prematurity, neurological impairment, congenital abnormalities, surgery or
maternal conditions and choices. Supporting infants and their families on their feeding journey can have a significant effect on the
development of positive healthy feeding behaviours.
Neonatal nurses and neonatal lactation consultants provide care and education that optimises feeding outcomes. The SIG is available to recommend resources relating to nutrition & feeding, provides learning opportunities, peer support and guidance.
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The committee meets every second month and meetings for all members are advertised by email. We are keen to welcome new committee members and observers to our committee. Contact us at for more information about this or any SIG matters.
Updated 22 March 2024