Early Learning, Supportive Care 20, 30

(a)	Investigate how early learning and child care environments must meet the nutritional needs of infants (e.g., bottle feeding, using breast milk, formula, introduction to solid foods).
(b)	Describe the various types of formulas, the water to formula ratio and appropriate bottle heating methods.
(c)	Demonstrate burping positions and techniques.
(d)	Recognize signs of painful gas, colic and reflux and demonstrate holds and strategies to alleviate them.
(e)	Research safe sleep practices for infants and infant sleep cycles.
(f)	Discuss ways to deal with a crying infant safely (e.g., try to calm the baby, give the baby to a colleague, leave the baby in a safe place for a few minutes, never shake a baby).
(g)	Demonstrate effective swaddling techniques.
(h)	Demonstrate proper diapering techniques.
(i)	Discuss the use of cloth and disposable diaper in early learning and child care environments.
(j)	Explore family and cultural differences in infant care practices.
(k)	Explore ways to foster positive attachments and relationships with infants.