Od-034741 Infant Driven Feeding
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Type
On Demand
Credit
No
Description
Infant Driven Feeding
Objectives
- IDF Goals are:
- Safe: To ensure the infant is safe from aspiration and free of noxious or stressful interactions
- Functional: To ensure the infant receives optimal nutrition for proper growth and development without undue stress on body systems
- Nurturing: To ensure oral feedings foster a positive and enjoyable experience for the infant
- Developmentally and individually appropriate: To ensure the infant’s maturity and stability/interest is considered before engaging in oral feedings
Fees
Free
Activity Director
Annette Dourney
annette.dourney@medstar.net
Activity Coordinators
LaTonya Seldon latonyaswashington@gmail.com
Organization
MedStar Washington Hospital Center