Introduction to Early-Years Nutrition

Module 1

• Nutrition overview – Nutrition and its importance in the early-years.
• Food groups – Achieving a healthy balanced diet, meeting nutrient needs.

Introduction to Early-Years Nutrition

Module 2

• Nutrients for a healthy balanced diet – Macronutrients, micronutrients and fluids.
• Problems associated with deficiency – Vitamin D deficiency, iron deficiency, at risk groups and achieving safe nutrient intakes.
• Problems of excess – Obesity and dental decay.

Birth up to Weaning

Module 3

• Feeding from Birth up to Weaning – Breastfeeding, formula feeding and combination feeding.
• Growth measurements – Weight and growth assessment.
• Supplementation – Vitamins requirements, supplementation and availability.
• Common problems – Reflux and regurgitation, colic and constipation.
• Teething – Important developmental roles and avoiding acid erosion and dental decay.

Weaning to 12 Months

Module 4

• Feeding and nutritional needs.
• Fluid intake.
• Vitamin supplements.
• Avoiding certain foods

Pregnancy

Module 5

• Preconception.
• Diet during pregnancy.
• Limitation and avoidance.
• General wellbeing

Toddler to Preschool

Module 6

• A healthy diet for toddlers.
• Convenience.
• Avoidance and limitation.
• Common nutritional problems.
• Wellbeing