Once you have worked through the module, you can print off and complete the CPD form below and save it in your portfolio. We are currently developing an online version too so you will be able to save it to your `My learning and research` page.

To download the `Professional learning assessment form` Click here

The first three modules can be downloaded below. Including the new third module in the series `Breast and Formula Milk`.

Module 1-An overview of infant and toddler nutrition

This module gives an overview of infant and toddler nutrition, and the trends that have emerged over the last 40 (or so) years. These include facts and figures detailing fluctuations in birth rates, the increase in number of preterm births and the rise in obesity and allergy. This module aims to introduce you to infant and toddler nutrition, with information about the different feeding methods available and the energy requirements of infants compared to adults to help you in your practice and when advising mums. Following on from this, there is information on the incidence of breastfeeding, which is supported with information from the Infant Feeding Survey and the Department of Health to assist your understanding. The final sections in this module detail infant formula milk and give an overview of weaning, which includes information from the Department of Health on the age of weaning.

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Module 2-Pregnancy and Nutrition

In this module we look at Nutrition in Pregnancy as this and motherhood are periods of great change and women are often likely to try and improve their diet and lifestyle and are more receptive to health messages.

We will cover weight gain in pregnancy, nutritional needs, what to eat including important nutrients and physical activity.

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Module 3 - Breastmilk and Infant Formula

In this module we look at why breastmilk provides the perfect nutrition for babies and how the nutritional composition varies from mother to mother, fromday to day and during the day as well as during the feed.

We also look at how infant milks can play an important role in infant nutrition when a mother is unable or chooses not to breastfeed.

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Module 4 - Preterm Nutrition

Did you know... Around 7% of babies are born preterm in
England and Wales? Our fourth Learning Module ‘Preterm Nutrition’ takes a look at the causes of prematurity, immature physiology and the nutritional implications and needs of preterm infants.

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. Don`t forget to save this to `My Learning and Research` using the link on the right.

Here you will also find a downloadable `Professional learning assessment form`.