Chiropractic Paediatric Forum - Perth
Presenter: Dr Sharon Perrella, Research Fellow, PhD, GradCertNsg (Child & Family Health Nursing), PGradDipClinNsg (Neonatal Intensive Care), MSc, RN RM IBCLC, recipient of the Helen Bailey Fellowship in 1997
We are very fortunate to have Dr Sharon Perrella present to us on tongue-tie and its impact on successful breastfeeding. Sharon is a registered nurse and midwife, with qualifications and experience in neonatal intensive care, paediatric and child health nursing. She has been a voluntary breastfeeding counsellor with the Australian Breastfeeding Association and qualified as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant in 2008. Sharon feels privileged to be part of a dynamic team that is committed to furthering our understanding of the many facets of lactation and breastfeeding.
In addition to all of this, Sharon has completed a PhD titled "The Effect Of Different Types Of Nutrition On The Gastrointestinal Response Of The Preterm Infant" in 2015 with distinction.
Sharon's research interests include the establishment and maintenance of lactation and breastfeeding following preterm birth, low milk supply, and the effect of oral anomalies on breastfeeding outcomes.
When: Friday, 23rd June 7pm-10pm
Where: Blu Grill, 88 Roselands Ave, Woodlands (www.blugrill.com.au)
Cost: $100
FLA: To be determined upon submission (Expected 3 FLA)
Please contact Scott (drscl@mhcc.com.au / 0413 246 004) for more information and to book your place!
(Please be aware that attendance is limited to Full and Associate Members of the Australian College of Chiropractic Paediatrics. If you would like to attend, please contact secretary@accp.asn.au to join.)
