Citation
(2008), "Specialist infant nutrition", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 38 No. 5. https://doi.org/10.1108/nfs.2008.01738eab.026
Publisher
:Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Copyright © 2008, Emerald Group Publishing Limited
Specialist infant nutrition
Article Type: Food facts From: Nutrition & Food Science, Volume 38, Issue 5.
The sixth edition of the In Practice Specialist Infant Nutrition Bulletin has been recently published and is taking a more in-depth look at:
The changing face of special care facilities and practices. The last two decades have witnessed dramatic changes in the way we offer specialist care to babies who are born prematurely. Increasing knowledge of pathophysiology of the foetus and neonates has contributed to this, complemented by significant advances in bio-medical technology.
This article discusses the different aspects of the significant changes in preterm care over the last few decades.
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Cow and gate have redesigned their packaging, with clear stage descriptors making it easier for healthcare professionals to understand and advise mums on the right feeding choices for their baby.
“Cow and gate is the expert in infant nutrition and leads the way in developing products for the specific nutritional needs of pre-term infants, babies with allergies and those with digestive disorders. As experts in this field we appreciate the importance to you of being able to choose the correct special formulae for each case and ensure that you fully advise and educate families on the selected product and its proper use. These labelling changes make it easier to identify and specify each formula while ensuring clarity in usage communications”.
Important notice
Breastfeeding is best for babies. Infant formula is suitable from birth when babies are not breastfed. Follow-on milk is only for babies over six months, as part of a mixed diet and should not be used as a breast milk substitute before six months. It is recommended that all formula milks be used on the advice of a doctor, midwife, health visitor, public health nurse, dietitian, pharmacist or other professional responsible for maternal and child care.