London Neonatal ODN

05/06/2026

As comes to a close, we’re proud to celebrate the vital role of Neonatal Dietitians 💜

From supporting babies on parenteral nutrition, guiding tube feeding, and optimising breast milk use, to working alongside families and MDT colleagues - neonatal dietitians are there every step of the journey, from NICU to home.

It’s more than just a job - it’s about giving the smallest patients the very best start in life 👶🏿 👶🏾 👶🏽 👶🏼 👶🏻

A huge thank you to all neonatal dietitians for the expertise, compassion and dedication you bring every day!

01/06/2026

More than just a job - This Dietitians Week, we're celebrating neonatal dietitians and their vital role in helping babies grow, thrive and achieve the best possible start in life. Behind every tiny miracle is expert nutrition.

15/05/2026

🦘 Today we celebrate International Kangaroo Care Day 🦘
Recognising the incredible power of skin-to-skin for babies and families receiving neonatal care. 💛

Kangaroo care supports bonding, breastfeeding, neurodevelopment and emotional wellbeing, while helping parents become active partners in their baby’s care.

Thank you to all the families and staff who continue to champion these special moments together.

17/03/2026

Join us 18th March @ 3-3.30pm online

Validating Emotions
Join our 30 minute webinar

A separate skill to empathy – thinking about skills necessary for validating, rather than jumping to solutions.

Join via the previous link or request here https://londonneonatalnetwork.org.uk/events/validat

16/03/2026

Join our 30 minute webinar on Validating Emotions

A separate skill to empathy – thinking about skills necessary for validating, rather than jumping to solutions.

18th March. 3-3.30pm online. Join via the previous webinar link or request here https://londonneonatalnetwork.org.uk/events/validating-emotions/

13/03/2026

We are excited to launch Early Bird ticket sales for the
2026 London Neonatal ODN Conference: Hot Topics!

Thursday 21st May at the Harris Birthright Centre, Denmark Hill.

Topics include:
• An obstetric update on preterm birth
• Automated oxygen control in ventilated neonates
• The future of genomics in neonatology & ethical considerations: a panel discussion
• Supporting mothers & babies fleeing violence, trafficking and seeking aslyum in the UK
• Next steps for neonatal oral antibiotics at home
• New guidance for optimising respiratory management and airway clearance

Topics include: An obstetric update on preterm birth Automated oxygen control in ventilated neonates The future of genomics in neonatology & ethical considerations: a panel discussion Supporting mothers & babies fleeing violence, trafficking and seeking aslyum

12/03/2026

Not too late to sign up for our RReach training day on 17 March.

Designed to inspire and equip healthcare professionals with the knowledge and tools needed to actively participate in the research domain, with a special focus on respiratory care.

Session Highlights:
Innovations in Neonatal Research
Clinical Research Opportunities for the MDT
Engaging the Entire MDT in Research and Change Management

https://tinyurl.com/mvea84u6

10/03/2026

New Parent Information Leaflet Available

We’re pleased to share our new Parent Information Leaflet about neonatal repatriation, co-produced with service users and staff who have direct experience of repatriations.

This resource has been developed to help families understand what to expect if repatriation becomes part of their baby’s neonatal journey, and to support them through the process.

The leaflet includes:
• An explanation of what repatriation is
• How to get ready for a transfer
• Information about the Neonatal Transport Service (NTS) (with a virtual tour of the ambulance coming soon)
• Parent top tips
• Advice on looking after yourself during this time

A big thank you to the families and staff who shared their experiences to help shape this resource. 💙