Discuss the rationale for choosing a hypoallergenic formula for an infant. Review the pathophysiology of the condition that
necessitates this and why this formula selection is beneficial. Provide mom/dad with resources for accessing the research on the
condition & best sources of nutrition for their infant.
– GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS-
These instructions apply to and should be included in all submissions.
• Create a teaching tool to explain the source of newborn nutrition assigned to you.
• This should be a flier or handout that contains the details of your assignment as well as the references utilized.
o This will be shared with your classmates so that they can utilize it for studying.
• Discuss normal infant weight loss immediately after delivery.
o When will they regain birthweight?
• How often does a newborn need to eat and why?
o If breastfed?
o If formula fed?
1. BASIC INFORMATION:
a. How often does the average formula fed newborn need to eat?
b. What is an appropriate volume of formula per feed in the first 2-3 weeks of life?
c. Provide parents with a trusted resource for information on formula feeding where they can find accurate information backed
by current evidence-based research.
2. NUTRITIONAL STANDARDS FOR ALL FORMULAS:
a. What things are considered essential inclusions in all infant formulas commercially produced.
3. Mothers of infants with special nutritional need require understanding of what necessitates the special formula. Include
the following details:
a. Pathophysiology of the condition associated with it.
i. Symptoms associated with the condition.
ii. RED FLAGS- what are some findings that should alert the parent that the child needs to be evaluated by the
provider.
b. What makes this formula the right choice.
c. How is it prepared- give instructions as though you are teaching it to mom.
4. List formula brands and names – different companies each make their own variation of each special formula.
a. Include a comparison chart of these along with the specific benefits each company cites the infant will gain via taking their
formula.
b. Average cost of each.
5. Provide teaching to mom on how to manage engorgement without stimulating further milk production.
The goal of creating a newborn nutrition teaching presentation is to
prepare the nursing student to provide evidenced based education
to the pre and postpartum client on lactation.
Select safe, effective nursing interventions for the postpartum client
and newborn.
SCHOLARLY SOURCE REQUIREMENT:
Failure to meet this requirement will result in a significant reduction in points earned.
Lack of credit given to source is plagiarism. Plagiarism will result in a grade of zero with no opportunity to resubmit the assignment.
You can use as many resources as you need to, but your references must include the following:
o You are expected to utilize a minimum of 2 current (meaning less than 5 years old) scholarly sources (peer
reviewed, evidence-based journals), cite and reference them appropriately.
§ In-text citations: should be included every 2-3 sentences and for any pictures or charts you use in your
presentation.
o For formulas or breast milk collection devices: you can include the information provided by the manufacturer as
well. They usually can provide a lot of information from trials, etc. However, this should not be the extent of your
research!!
o Your textbook or ATI manual may be used as a source but should not be the only sources you access!
– GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS-
These instructions apply to and should be included in all submissions.
• Create a teaching tool to explain the source of newborn nutrition assigned to you.
• This should be a flier or handout that contains the details of your assignment as well as the references utilized.
o This will be shared with your classmates so that they can utilize it for studying.
• Discuss normal infant weight loss immediately after delivery.
o When will they regain birthweight?
• How often does a newborn need to eat and why?
o If breastfed?
o If formula fed?
NEXT:
Review the instructions specific to your assigned newborn nutrition source and create your presentation being sure to
include all the required details.
