Nutrition Pearls: The Pediatric GI Nutrition Podcast

Nutrition Pearls: The Pediatric GI Nutrition Podcast is brought to you by the Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionals (CPNP), part of the North American Society for Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition (NASPGHAN). This podcast will feature topics related to GI nutrition and information on CPNP. The podcast is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition.

Nutrition Pearls: The Pediatric GI Nutrition Podcast is a health podcast hosted by CPNP, with 55 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

CPNP hosts Nutrition Pearls: The Pediatric GI Nutrition Podcast, a health show with 55 episodes published.

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  Episode #54

  Episode 54 - Megan Van Hoorn - Bonus Episode Pediatric Enteral Nutrition Q&A: Special Populations

  Aug 26, 202628 minS4

  Episode 54 - Megan Van Hoorn - Bonus Episode Pediatric Enteral Nutrition Q&A: Special Populations In this bonus episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, Jen Smith and guest host Lisa Cooley continue the questions from the CPNP community with dietitian Megan Van Hoorn MS, RD, CSP, CD. Megan answers CPNP questions on special populations and pediatric enteral nutrition. As a reminder, Megan is a Senior Clinical Dietitian at Children’s Wisconsin and is a Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition through the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. She has 15 years of experience working in outpatient pediatric GI. She has cared for patients requiring enteral nutrition for many conditions, including tube dependence, pediatric feeding disorder, pediatric malnutrition, intestinal failure, and inflammatory bowel disease. Along with her colleagues, she helped publish “The registered dietitian nutritionist’s guide to homemade tube feeding” and has also helped develop the Enteral Nutrition training module at her institution. Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition. Resources: ASPEN Enteral Nutrition Resources: https://nutritioncare.org/clinical-resources/enteral-nutrition/ Oley Foundation: https://oley.org/ Produced by: Corey Irwin NASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionals cpnp@naspghan.org

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  Nutrition Pearls: The Pediatric GI Nutrition Podcast

  Episode 52 - Megan Van Hoorn - Pediatric Enteral Nutrition Q&A: Community Questions, Clinician Answers

  Jul 15, 202659 min

  Episode 52 - Megan Van Hoorn - Pediatric Enteral Nutrition Q&A: Community Questions, Clinician Answers In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, Jen Smith and guest host Lisa Cooley speak with dietitian Megan Van Hoorn MS, RD, CSP, CD, answering CPNP questions on pediatric enteral nutrition. Megan is a Senior Clinical Dietitian at Children’s Wisconsin and is a Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition through the Academy of Nutrition & Dietetics. She has 15 years of experience working in outpatient pediatric GI. She has cared for patients requiring enteral nutrition for many conditions, including tube dependence, pediatric feeding disorder, pediatric malnutrition, intestinal failure, and inflammatory bowel disease. Along with her colleagues, she helped publish “The registered dietitian nutritionist’s guide to homemade tube feeding” and has also helped develop the Enteral Nutrition training module at her institution. Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition. Resources: Escuro AA, Hummell AC. The Registered Dietitian Nutritionist's Guide to Homemade Tube Feeding. J Acad Nutr Diet. 2017;117(1):11-16. doi:10.1016/j.jand.2016.02.007 Produced by: Corey Irwin NASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionals cpnp@naspghan.org

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  Episode #51

  Episode 51 - Bonus Episode - Inspiring the future of Pediatric Dietitians through CPNP’s Teaching and Tomorrow Program

  Jul 8, 202623 minS4

  Episode 51 - Bonus Episode - Inspiring the future of Pediatric Dietitians through CPNP’s Teaching and Tomorrow Program In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, our CPNP media chair Lisa Cooley speaks with our CPNP President Elect -Brock Williams and last year’s participant Emma Placke about their experience with last year’s program. The Teaching and Tomorrow Dietetics Program aims to inspire the next generation of pediatric GI dietitians by providing up to 10 local dietetic interns/students with the opportunity to attend the NASPGHAN Annual Meeting. The scholarships provide support by covering the cost of all Teaching and Tomorrow program events, Annual Meeting program registration, ground transportation to/from the conference, 2 nights hotel, and meals for the duration of the conference. Dietetic Interns/students in good standing from throughout the San Diego* metropolitan area are eligible to apply. Scholarships will be awarded in Early August 2026. *Air travel costs are not included in the support so you are welcome to apply outside of this area, but would be responsible for air transportation. If you are interested or know someone who might be, please make sure to submit applications by July 31, 2026. Apply today at https://naspghan.secure-platform.com/a/organizations/main/submissions/details/27702 . Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition. Produced by: Corey Irwin NASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionals cpnp@naspghan.org

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  Episode #50

  Episode 50 - Upcoming Elections - Outgoing Members Pass the Torch

  Jun 24, 202625 minS4

  In this episode of Nutrition Pearls: the Podcast, hosts Jen Smith and Megan Murphy (the outgoing Clinical Practice Chair) speak with the rest of the outgoing Executive Committee members whose positions are up for election this fall: Venus Kalami (Secretary/Treasurer), Michelle Yavelow (Communications Chair), Brock Williams (President-Elect), & Lisa Cooley (Media Chair). Each guest reflects on their roles, shares highlights from their time on the Executive Committee, and offers advice for future leadership. Call for nominations will be coming soon so listen in, you may know just the right member to nominate based on what you hear during this episode. Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition. Produced by: Corey Irwin NASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionals cpnp@naspghan.org

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  Episode #49

  Episode 49 - Lisa Richardson - Ins and Outs of Infant Formulas (Bowel Sounds Podcast Collaboration)

  Jun 15, 20261h 1mS4

  In this special Bowel Sounds and Nutrition Pearls collaboration episode, hosts Dr. Jennifer Lee and dietitian Nikki Misner speak with dietitian Lisa Richardson on infant formula. Lisa Richardson is a pediatric clinical dietitian and nutrition educator who brings together experience in pediatric specialty care, public health nutrition, and continuing education. She currently practices at UNC Children’s Primary and Specialty Care Clinic. Across her publications, presentations, and clinical resources, Lisa focuses on making nutrition science usable, turning complex evidence into practical guidance that supports families, children, and the care teams who serve them. Nutrition Pearls is supported by an educational grant from Mead Johnson Nutrition. Resources: Larson-Nath, et al. Term infant formula macronutrient composition: An update for clinicians. JPGN. 2025;80(5):751-759. doi:10.1002/jpn3.70002 Rodrigo ML, et al.. Infant formula ingredients: Updates for clinicians.. 2024;78(5):1005-1008. doi:10.1002/jpn3.12192 Lewis, et al. Reference Values for Macronutrients in Human Milk: the Mothers, Infants and Lactation Quality (MILQ) Study. Adv Nutr. 2025;16 Suppl 1(Suppl 1):100501. doi:10.1016/j.advnut.2025.100501 Taylor SN, Buck CO. Post-discharge nutrition to optimize preterm infant short- and long- term outcomes. Semin Fetal Neonatal Med. 2025;30(2):101637. doi:10.1016/j.siny.2025.101637 Abrams SA, et al. Food and Drug Administration Expert Panel on Infant Formula "Operation Stork Speed" June 2025: Part 1, Nutrient Considerations. Adv Nutr. 2026;17(4):100583. doi:10.1016/j.advnut.2025.100583 Abrams SA, et al. Food and Drug Administration Expert Panel on Infant Formula "Operation Stork Speed" June 2025: Part 2, Regulatory and Safety Considerations. Adv Nutr. 2026;17(4):100584. doi:10.1016/j.advnut.2025.100584 Abrams SA, et al. Food and Drug Administration Expert Panel on Infant Formula "Operation Stork Speed" June 2025: Part 3, Marketing of Infant Formulas, Breastfeeding Support, Hypoallergenic Formulas, and Nutrition for Preterm Infants. Adv Nutr. 2026;17(4):100585. doi:10.1016/j.advnut.2025.100585 Pediatric Blue Book - Create personalized formula recipes and plans, and calculate nutritional needs using the dietitian-led, volunteer-run platform CDC Infant Formula Preparation and Storage Website U.S. FDA Infant Formula Homepage - Information on Operation Stork Speed , Closer to Zero Initiative, as well as view the listing of all non-exempt and exempt infant formulas that are currently available on the U.S. market . Produced by: Corey Irwin NASPGHAN - Council for Pediatric Nutrition Professionals cpnp@naspghan.org

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