scholarly journals Association of Infant Child Care With Infant Feeding Practices and Weight Gain Among US Infants

2008 ◽  
Vol 162 (7) ◽  
pp. 627 ◽  
Author(s):  
Juhee Kim ◽  
Karen E. Peterson
Keyword(s):  
Child Care ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Child Care

scholarly journals How is breastfeeding perceived in the informal work environment? A qualitative study among working mothers in India and South Africa

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christiane Horwood ◽  
Aditi Surie ◽  
Lyn Haskins ◽  
Silondile Luthuli ◽  
Rachael Hinton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Child Care ◽  
Return To Work ◽  
Work Environment ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Informal Sector ◽  
Working Mothers ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Informal Work

Abstract Background Worldwide, over 740 million women make their living in the informal economy. These women do not benefit from formal employment benefits, such as maternity leave, that can improve infant feeding practices. Returning to work is one of the biggest challenges women face to maintaining breastfeeding but little is known about how informal work impacts on infant feeding.Methods The study used a qualitative research design. Purposive and snowball sampling was employed. Focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted among men and women working in the informal sector in India and South Africa. Data was analysed using a thematic approach and the framework method.Findings Between March and July 2017, 14 FGDs were conducted in South Africa and nine in India. Most women were knowledgeable about the benefits of breastfeeding and reported initiating breastfeeding. However, pressures of family responsibilities and household financial obligations often forced mothers to return to work soon after childbirth. Upon return to work many mothers changed their infant feeding practices, adding breastmilk substitutes like formula milk, buffalo milk, and non-nutritive fluids like Rooibos tea. Some mothers expressed breastmilk to feed the infant while working but many mothers raised concerns about breastmilk becoming ‘spoilt’. Breastfeeding in the workplace was challenging as the work environment was described as unsafe and unhygienic for breastfeeding and childcare. Mothers also described being unable to complete their work tasks while caring for an infant. In contrast, the flexibility of informal work allowed some mothers to successfully balance competing priorities of child care and work. Sociocultural challenges influenced breastfeeding practices. For example, men in both countries expressed mixed views about breastfeeding. Breastfeeding was perceived as good for both mother and child, however it was culturally unacceptable for women to breastfeed in public. This affected the ability of working mothers to breastfeed outside the home and contributed to a lack of respect for women who chose to breastfeed in the workplace.Conclusion Mothers working in the informal sector face multiple challenges to maintaining breastfeeding. Interventions are required to support optimal feeding and child care if global nutrition and development goals are to be met.

Infant Feeding Practices and Weight Gain in Toddlers Born Very Preterm: A Pilot Study

2018 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
pp. 29-35 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jeannie Rodriguez ◽  
Olivia Affuso ◽  
Andres Azuero ◽  
Charles A. Downs ◽  
Anne Turner-Henson ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Pilot Study ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Very Preterm

scholarly journals Self-efficacy, infant feeding practices, and infant weight gain: An integrative review

2018 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
pp. 286-310 ◽  
Author(s):  
Jessica S Bahorski ◽  
Gwendolyn D Childs ◽  
Lori A Loan ◽  
Andres Azuero ◽  
Shannon A Morrison ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Self Efficacy ◽  
Sense Of Self ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Integrative Review ◽  
Dietary Quality ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Parental Feeding ◽  
Infant Weight Gain

It has been suggested that self-efficacy specific to parenting or feeding may influence the decisions parents make regarding infant feeding; however, a review of this topic has not been conducted. The purpose of this integrative review is to synthesize the literature regarding the potential role of self-efficacy in infant feeding practices or infant weight gain. A total of 40 articles were used to guide this review, which were classified into three categories examining an association with self-efficacy (1) breastfeeding; (2) infant feeding practices such as parental feeding style and dietary quality; and (3) infant weight gain. Evidence regarding breastfeeding self-efficacy (BFSE) and breastfeeding is extensive; mothers with a higher sense of BFSE more often initiate breastfeeding and breastfeed for longer durations. The evidence regarding self-efficacy and the association with infant feeding practices other than breastfeeding is sparse. However, several studies report that mothers who have a higher sense of self-efficacy are more likely to follow infant feeding practices which align with recommendations. The authors have speculated an association between self-efficacy and infant weight gain; yet, to date, no study has found a significant association. More research is needed on the topic, particularly in diverse populations and with fathers and mothers.

Ethnic Variation in Infant-Feeding Practices in the Netherlands and Weight Gain at 4 Months

2008 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 42-49 ◽  
Author(s):  
Anneke M. W. Bulk-Bunschoten ◽  
Pieternel C. M. Pasker-de Jong ◽  
Jacobus P. van Wouwe ◽  
Cornelis J. de Groot
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
The Netherlands ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Ethnic Variation

Postpartum Depression, Infant Feeding Practices, and Infant Weight Gain at Six Months of Age

2014 ◽  
Vol 28 (1) ◽  
pp. 43-50 ◽  
Author(s):  
Kathleen F. Gaffney ◽  
Panagiota Kitsantas ◽  
Albert Brito ◽  
Carol S.S. Swamidoss
Keyword(s):  
Weight Gain ◽  
Postpartum Depression ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Weight Gain

scholarly journals ‘She must cover up whilst the baby is feeding’: Experiences and attitudes about breastfeeding among female and male informal workers in India and South Africa.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christiane Horwood ◽  
Aditi Surie ◽  
Lyn Haskins ◽  
Silondile Luthuli ◽  
Rachael Hinton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Child Care ◽  
Return To Work ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Family Responsibilities ◽  
Informal Work ◽  
Informal Workers ◽  
Breastfeeding Practices

Abstract Background: Worldwide, over 740 million women make their living in the informal economy and do not benefit from formal employment benefits, such as maternity leave, that can improve infant feeding practices. Returning to work is one of the biggest challenges women face to maintaining breastfeeding. This study aimed to explore interactions between informal work and breastfeeding practices. Methods: The study used a qualitative research design. Purposive and snowball sampling was employed. Focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted among men and women working in different types of informal jobs, in India and South Africa. Data was analysed using a thematic approach and the framework method.Results: Between March and July 2017, 14 FGDs were conducted in South Africa and nine in India. Most women were knowledgeable about the benefits of breastfeeding and reported initiating breastfeeding. However, pressures of family responsibilities and household financial obligations often forced mothers to return to work soon after childbirth. Upon return to work many mothers changed their infant feeding practices, adding breastmilk substitutes like formula milk, buffalo milk, and non-nutritive fluids like Rooibos tea. Some mothers expressed breastmilk to feed the infant while working but many mothers raised concerns about breastmilk becoming ‘spoilt’. Breastfeeding in the workplace was challenging as the work environment was described as unsafe and unhygienic for breastfeeding and childcare. Mothers also described being unable to complete their work tasks while caring for an infant. In contrast, the flexibility of informal work allowed some mothers to successfully balance competing priorities of child care and work. Sociocultural challenges influenced breastfeeding practices. For example, men in both countries expressed mixed views about breastfeeding. Breastfeeding was perceived as good for both mother and child, however it was culturally unacceptable for women to breastfeed in public. This affected the ability of working mothers to breastfeed outside the home and contributed to a lack of respect for women who chose to breastfeed in the workplace. Conclusion: Mothers working in the informal sector face multiple challenges to maintaining breastfeeding. Interventions are required to support optimal feeding and child care if global nutrition and development goals are to be met.

scholarly journals ‘She must cover up whilst the baby is feeding’: Experiences and attitudes about breastfeeding among female and male informal workers in India and South Africa.

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christiane Horwood ◽  
Aditi Surie ◽  
Lyn Haskins ◽  
Silondile Luthuli ◽  
Rachael Hinton ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
South Africa ◽  
Child Care ◽  
Return To Work ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Family Responsibilities ◽  
Informal Work ◽  
Informal Workers ◽  
Breastfeeding Practices

Abstract Background: Worldwide, over 740 million women make their living in the informal economy and do not benefit from formal employment benefits, such as maternity leave, that can improve infant feeding practices. Returning to work is one of the biggest challenges women face to maintaining breastfeeding. This study aimed to explore interactions between informal work and breastfeeding practices. Methods: The study used a qualitative research design. Purposive and snowball sampling was employed. Focus group discussions (FGDs) were conducted among men and women working in different types of informal jobs, in India and South Africa. Data was analysed using a thematic approach and the framework method. Results: Between March and July 2017, 14 FGDs were conducted in South Africa and nine in India. Most women were knowledgeable about the benefits of breastfeeding and reported initiating breastfeeding. However, pressures of family responsibilities and household financial obligations often forced mothers to return to work soon after childbirth. Upon return to work many mothers changed their infant feeding practices, adding breastmilk substitutes like formula milk, buffalo milk, and non-nutritive fluids like Rooibos tea. Some mothers expressed breastmilk to feed the infant while working but many mothers raised concerns about breastmilk becoming ‘spoilt’. Breastfeeding in the workplace was challenging as the work environment was described as unsafe and unhygienic for breastfeeding and childcare. Mothers also described being unable to complete their work tasks while caring for an infant. In contrast, the flexibility of informal work allowed some mothers to successfully balance competing priorities of child care and work. Sociocultural challenges influenced breastfeeding practices. For example, men in both countries expressed mixed views about breastfeeding. Breastfeeding was perceived as good for both mother and child, however it was culturally unacceptable for women to breastfeed in public. This affected the ability of working mothers to breastfeed outside the home and contributed to a lack of respect for women who chose to breastfeed in the workplace. Conclusion: Mothers working in the informal sector face multiple challenges to maintaining breastfeeding. Interventions are required to support optimal feeding and child care if global nutrition and development goals are to be met.

scholarly journals Rapid Weight Gain, Infant Feeding Practices, and Subsequent Body Mass Index Trajectories: The CALINA Study

Nutrients ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 12 (10) ◽  
pp. 3178
Author(s):  
Paloma Flores-Barrantes ◽  
Isabel Iguacel ◽  
Iris Iglesia-Altaba ◽  
Luis A. Moreno ◽  
Gerardo Rodríguez
Keyword(s):  
Body Mass Index ◽  
Weight Gain ◽  
Infant Feeding ◽  
Body Mass ◽  
Feeding Practices ◽  
Growth Patterns ◽  
Growth Trajectories ◽  
Infant Feeding Practices ◽  
Z Score ◽  
Rapid Weight Gain

We aimed to study growth patterns according to rapid weight gain (RWG) and infant feeding practices during the first 120 days and whether infant feeding practices mediated the association between RWG in the first semester of life and subsequent body mass index (BMI) z-score in children from age 1 to 6. (1) Methods: 862 children from the Growth and Feeding during Lactation and Early Childhood in Children of Aragon study (CALINA in Spanish) were examined. Repeated-measures ANOVA analyses were conducted to assess growth trajectories according to RWG and type of feeding practice. The product of coefficients mediation method was used to assess the potential contribution of infant feeding practices to the association between RWG and BMI z-score. Mediation models were conducted using IBM SPSS-PROCESS Statistics for Windows, Version 26.0. Armonk, NY: IBM Corp. (2) Results: BMI and weight z-score trajectories were significantly higher in the RWG group and the formula-fed group. No significant differences were found regarding height. Infant feeding practices did not mediate the association between RWG and BMI z-score but were associated with BMI at 6 years. (3) Conclusions: Infant feeding practices and RWG determine different growth trajectories of BMI and weight during childhood. Although infant feeding practices did not mediate the association between early RWG and BMI later in life, formula feeding is independently related to higher BMI growth patterns later in childhood.

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