Neonatal Follow-Up Clinics

Neonatal Developmental & High-Risk Growth and Nutrition Follow-Up Clinics

Purpose
These clinics provide ongoing care for infants discharged from the NICU who are at risk for developmental delays, growth concerns, or feeding/nutritional challenges.

 

Target Population - Infants and young children who:
  • Were born prematurely
  • Experienced fetal growth restriction (FGR)
  • Required prolonged NICU stays or respiratory support
  • Have neurological or congenital conditions
  • Face feeding difficulties (nasogastric/ G-tube feeding) or growth faltering

 

Services Offered:
  • Developmental milestone assessments using standardized testing tools such as Alberta Infant Motor Scales, Bayley Scales of Infant Development, Peabody Developmental Motor Scales
  • Growth monitoring and individualized nutrition plans
  • Feeding support (breast/bottle/supplemental)
  • Family education and psychosocial support
  • Coordination with community services and early intervention programs

 

Multidisciplinary Team Includes:
  • Neonatologists
  • Occupational Therapists
  • Nursing
  • Dietitians
  • Social Workers

 

Referral Process:
  • Automatic referral from NICU prior to discharge
  • Community pediatricians may refer
  • Scheduling based on clinical need and follow-up protocols

 

Clinic Goals:
  • Support optimal neurodevelopment
  • Promote healthy growth and nutrition
  • Empower families with tools and resources
  • Ensure continuity of care post-discharge