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Optimal Infant Nutrition: Evidence-Based Guidelines

Optimal Infant Nutrition: Evidence-Based Guidelines 2003-2008 were developed to assist Queensland Health in the promotion and support of breastfeeding and the appropriate introduction of solid food. The Guidelines contribute to the implementation of the Strategic Policy Framework for Children’s and Young People’s Health 2002-2007 and complement the recently released NHMRC Dietary Guidelines for Children and Adolescents Incorporating the Infant Feeding Guidelines for Health Workers.

• Optimal Infant Nutrition: Evidence-Based Guidelines (PDF, 493 KB)

The infant feeding recommendations and scientific evidence contained in the Queensland Health Optimal Infant Nutrition: Evidence-Based Guidelines are based on the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Infant Feeding Guidelines. The Australian Dietary Guidelines, including the Infant Feeding Guidelines, are currently under review by the NHMRC. The outcomes of this evidence based review are expected in 2010. Therefore the timeline for the Optimal Infant Nutrition: Evidence-Based Guidelines will be extended until 2010.