Neuro-Nutrition
Picky Eater vs Problem Feeder:
Case Studies
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Micro course
Course type
1 hour
Study time
Online
Mode of learning
2 CPD points
2 Clinical
(70% average required)
(70% average required)
Course Overview
This comprehensive case-study based course delineates the clinical, nutritional, and developmental distinctions between picky eating and pediatric feeding disorders, with a focus on the diagnostic criteria for problem feeders.
Participants will explore evidence-based indicators such as food repertoire size, oral-motor skills, sensory integration responses, and psychosocial feeding dynamics. The course emphasises multidisciplinary assessment frameworks, including growth chart interpretation, micronutrient risk profiling, and behavioural feeding patterns. Intervention strategies discussed include food chaining, hunger provocation, and responsive feeding practices, contextualised through detailed pediatric case studies.
Designed for dietitians, feeding therapists, and pediatric clinicians, these case studies may equip professionals to identify, manage, and monitor feeding challenges in early childhood with precision and empathy.
Participants will explore evidence-based indicators such as food repertoire size, oral-motor skills, sensory integration responses, and psychosocial feeding dynamics. The course emphasises multidisciplinary assessment frameworks, including growth chart interpretation, micronutrient risk profiling, and behavioural feeding patterns. Intervention strategies discussed include food chaining, hunger provocation, and responsive feeding practices, contextualised through detailed pediatric case studies.
Designed for dietitians, feeding therapists, and pediatric clinicians, these case studies may equip professionals to identify, manage, and monitor feeding challenges in early childhood with precision and empathy.
Who is this course for?
Any healthcare professional dealing with the pediatric population
Required qualification
Any healthcare professional
Course level
Beginner
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Why choose this course?
Evidence-based: All information provided in this course is based on current, scientific information put together by an experienced dietitian.
Fascinating Content: This course provides valuable information on identifying and treating picky eaters and problem feeders.
Expert Developer: Learn from a registered dietitian that has 15 years of experience in the field of nutrition.
Flexible Learning Option: This online course provides the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.
Fascinating Content: This course provides valuable information on identifying and treating picky eaters and problem feeders.
Expert Developer: Learn from a registered dietitian that has 15 years of experience in the field of nutrition.
Flexible Learning Option: This online course provides the flexibility and convenience of learning in your own time, from the comfort of your home or office.
About Neuro-Nutrition
Neuro-Nutrition is a platform where I have put all my expertise, skills and experience in paediatric nutrition together for parents, caretakers, families, healthcare professionals, and facilities.
Neuro-Nutrition specialises in online courses where I guide parents or healthcare professionals on their journeys dealing with general paediatric conditions or more specific, neuro-disabilities such as ADHD, ASD or cerebral palsy.
A big part of Neuro-Nutrition focuses on expert legal reports provided for medico-legal cases.
Neuro-Nutrition specialises in online courses where I guide parents or healthcare professionals on their journeys dealing with general paediatric conditions or more specific, neuro-disabilities such as ADHD, ASD or cerebral palsy.
A big part of Neuro-Nutrition focuses on expert legal reports provided for medico-legal cases.
Lucinda Lourens
15 years in practice
Degree
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Course Lessons
Course developer
Lucinda has always considered herself as a “fixer”. Finding solutions for nutrition-related problems for better outcome and improving quality of life is her mission. She has a holistic way of thinking and believes that paediatric conditions should all be treated in a team of healthcare professionals, where nutrition forms the foundation of each treatment plan.
Lucinda is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) and the Southern African Academy of Childhood Disability (SA-ChilD) which is a member of the International Alliance of Academies of Childhood Disability (IAACD). She feels privileged to be part of PICNNIC (Promoting International Collaboration for Nutrition in Neurological Impairment in Children) and the first member from Africa to join this team of international experts.
Lucinda has been a registered dietitian for 15 years. She completed her Master’s degree in dietetics, particularly in the field of paediatric cerebral palsy. Her career path has moved from working in the government sector to the private sector, as well as gaining experience from the pharmaceutical industry. She has been involved in special needs nutrition and it has been one of the most fulfilling purposes in her life. Whether it is a parent, facility or healthcare professional seeking advice, she will go beyond great efforts to assist with the best possible solutions to ultimately reach their goals.
Her practice, Neuro-Nutrition, has become more focussed on presenting workshops and courses for both public and private sectors on various topics related to paediatric nutrition. She also serves as an expert medico-legal witness in medical malpractice litigation. Her heart lies in the fields of both neuro-disabilities and critical care for the paediatric population.
Lucinda is registered with the Health Professions Council of South Africa (HPCSA), Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) and the Southern African Academy of Childhood Disability (SA-ChilD) which is a member of the International Alliance of Academies of Childhood Disability (IAACD). She feels privileged to be part of PICNNIC (Promoting International Collaboration for Nutrition in Neurological Impairment in Children) and the first member from Africa to join this team of international experts.
Lucinda has been a registered dietitian for 15 years. She completed her Master’s degree in dietetics, particularly in the field of paediatric cerebral palsy. Her career path has moved from working in the government sector to the private sector, as well as gaining experience from the pharmaceutical industry. She has been involved in special needs nutrition and it has been one of the most fulfilling purposes in her life. Whether it is a parent, facility or healthcare professional seeking advice, she will go beyond great efforts to assist with the best possible solutions to ultimately reach their goals.
Her practice, Neuro-Nutrition, has become more focussed on presenting workshops and courses for both public and private sectors on various topics related to paediatric nutrition. She also serves as an expert medico-legal witness in medical malpractice litigation. Her heart lies in the fields of both neuro-disabilities and critical care for the paediatric population.
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Testimonials
“In-depth and informative. As a speechie, it changed my mind set to look at feeding holistically, not just the safety.”
“It was very informative and would highly recommend it to all my colleagues.”
“The information shared during the course was practical, valuable & grew my knowledge. I would certainly attend future trainings.”
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