NASCEND

Fact! When an infant loses milk from their mouth during feeding, it is frequently a sign that the ni**le flow rate exceeds what they can safely handle. Safe feeding for infants with NOWS means matching both the volume and the rate of feeding to what the infant can manage.
Feeding challenges are among the most significant and long-lasting symptoms for infants with NOWS. The right knowledge and clinical foundations can change outcomes for these infants and the families caring for them. Our training goes beyond the basics, giving providers the foundational knowledge they need to support safe, effective feeding and improve outcomes for these infants and their families.

Myth! Pacifier use is actually recommended for infants with NOWS! Non-nutritive sucking does more than soothe. It helps these infants practice the skills needed for successful feeding. It is a simple, evidence-based tool that can make a meaningful difference for some of the most vulnerable infants in the NICU.

Myth! It's important to arrange prompt pediatric follow up to monitor growth and development and provide ongoing assessment for and education about late withdrawal symptoms.