Abstract
<jats:p>Congenital heart disease (CHD) refers to structural abnormalities that arise in the four main chambers of the heart itself or the great vessels that lead to or from the heart. Nutrition assessment should include: Anthropometry, Biochemistry, Clinical, Dietary and Evaluation (ABCDE). Implementation of a nutrition pathway for infants with CHD may reduce the incidence of persistent malnutrition. The implementation of a consensus‐based nutrition guideline has been associated with improved growth and clinical outcomes in children with CHD. To support optimal growth, the use of nutrient‐energy‐dense feeds and enriched complementary food (nut butters) is usually required. Nutrition requirements of children with CHD who are at risk of growth faltering should be reviewed daily by an appropriately trained healthcare professional at least weekly whilst awaiting surgery, and daily during a PICU stay.</jats:p>