Fenton Preterm Growth Charts: What’s New, What’s Different, What Matters

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A Free Webinar to Help Dietitians Understand and Apply the Third-Generation Fenton Preterm Growth Charts
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CPEUs: 1.5
Preterm NICU Infant Fenton Growth Charts

Have you been asked about the Third-Generation Fenton Preterm Growth Charts and weren’t sure how to answer? 

Continuing Education: Awards 1.5 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s CPEU Prior Approval Program

Format: Recorded webinar with Q & A and recording provided

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Webinar Rating & Reviews

People love our Webinar on Fenton Preterm Growth Charts!

“Fantastic overview of the changes in the updated 2025 growth charts. I really appreciated hearing from Dr. Fenton herself regarding her research and reasoning for the changes.” -Jennifer Harvey, MS, RDN, LDN

“I really appreciated learning about the practical applications of these new growth charts and the impact it would have on my practice (e.g., anticipating changes in expected growth, etc.).”

“Dr. Fenton is such a knowledgeable and accessible speaker- her information is practical and useful for both inpatient and outpatient clinical practice.”

“Wonderful webinar, Tanis is a great speaker and a wonderful researcher.” -Teresa Murguia, MD, MPH

Get Clarity on the Third-Generation Fenton Preterm Growth Charts

Dr. Tanis Fenton, MHSc, PhD, RD, FDC, the developer of the Fenton Preterm Growth Charts, will walk you through what’s new, what’s different, and why it matters for preterm infants in clinical practice.

You’ll leave the webinar with a clear understanding of:

  • How the new curves were developed and how they differ from previous versions
  • What the charts are (and are not) designed to show
  • How to apply this knowledge confidently in real-world practice

This isn’t just a review of changes; it’s practical guidance for interpreting growth data and making informed decisions.

A Personal Note from Julie, Co-Founder of Nutrition Masterclass

Dr. Fenton was my Professional Practice Leader in my very first registered dietitian role and a key mentor in shaping both my clinical practice and what I believed was possible in this profession.

This session reflects the same thoughtful, evidence-informed approach she has always brought to the bedside, and her generosity in sharing time, experience, and practical insight. It’s your chance to learn directly from her and ask your own questions.

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Learning Objectives: What You’ll Learn About Preterm Growth
By the end of this webinar, you will be able to:

✅ Spot what’s new and different about the Third-Generation Fenton Preterm Growth Charts so you can interpret growth with confidence

✅ Understand how the charts were developed, and what they are (and aren’t) designed to show in practice

✅ Interpret faltering growth and catch-up patterns more confidently, without second-guessing your clinical decisions

✅ Apply growth data thoughtfully to each preterm infant, using a responsive, patient-centered approach

✅ See how growth assessment intersects with longer-term risks and feeding guidance, so your recommendations are practical and evidence-informed

This course is for you if...

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    You work with preterm infants in NICU, follow-up, or post-discharge care

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    You want confidence interpreting the Third-Generation Fenton Preterm Growth Charts

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    You want to answer questions from colleagues or parents with clarity and confidence

Why This Webinar Matters for NICU and Follow-Up Dietitians

As many health care settings prepare for, or are already navigating, the implementation of the third-generation Fenton curves, dietitians are being asked important (and sometimes uncomfortable) questions in practice:

  • What do we need to understand before, during, and after implementation of the new curves?
  • Is the data set validated?
  • How should growth interpretation adapt alongside emerging evidence?
  • How do we balance population-based data with the individual infant in front of us?
  • How does Dr. Fenton see the role of the NICU dietitian changing over time?

This live session includes dedicated time for questions and discussion, giving you the opportunity to ask Dr. Fenton these questions directly.

 

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Speaker(s)

Dr. Tanis Fenton, MHSc, PhD, RD, FDC

Learn Directly from Dr. Tanis Fenton, Developer of the Fenton Preterm Growth Charts

Dr. Tanis Fenton is a Registered Dietitian, Epidemiologist, and Adjunct Professor at the University of Calgary’s Cumming School of Medicine. She also serves as the Dietitians of Canada Liaison for the Canadian Pediatric Society’s Nutrition Committee.

Renowned for developing the Fenton Preterm Growth Charts and recognized globally as a thought leader in child growth assessment, Dr. Fenton’s work focuses on improving how growth data are interpreted and applied in practical, clinically meaningful ways that support nutrition practice worldwide.

 

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Webinar Details

Cost: Free
Format: Recorded webinar with Q & A and recording provided
Continuing Education: Awards 1.5 CPEUs in accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration’s CPEU Prior Approval Program

All registrants will receive access to the webinar recording.

Level of presentation: Intermediate Level II

 

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