Accuracy Matters – Mastering Infant Anthropometrics to Manage Faltering Weight

About the Course

Accurate identification and management of faltering weight begins with precise anthropometric measurements. This webinar will review updated terminology and diagnostic criteria for faltering weight in infants and children, highlight best practices for obtaining reliable infant anthropometric measurements, and discuss how to translate nutrition assessment findings into targeted, evidence-informed nutrition interventions. Participants will gain practical strategies to improve measurement accuracy, confidently identify faltering weight, and support optimal nutrition care for pediatric patients.

Learning Objectives

• Understand updated terminology and diagnostic criteria to identify faltering weight in infants and children.
• Review best practices for accurate measurement of infant anthropometrics to support reliable nutrition assessment.
• Translate nutrition assessment findings into targeted nutrition interventions.

Topics & Presenters

Kristy Paley

MS, RD, CSPCC, LDN

Lead Pediatric Dietitian

Duke Children’s Hospital

Durham, NC

Caitlin Stewart

MS, RD, CDN, CNSC, CLC

Pediatric Nutrition Support Specialist

Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital

New York, NY

Moderators:

Kelly Kinnare

MS, RD, LDN, CNSC

Director

Development and Strategic Partnerships, American Society for Parenteral and Enteral Nutrition

Silver Spring, MD