Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2633382 | Journal of Obstetric, Gynecologic & Neonatal Nursing | 2014 | 21 Pages |
Abstract
Three major feeding practices and beliefs among Hispanic mothers potentially contribute to infant overfeeding. Hispanic mothers are more likely to practice nonexclusive breastfeeding, initiate early introduction of solid foods including ethnic foods, and perceive chubbier infants as healthy infants. Cultural norms driving family influences and socioeconomic factors play a role in the feeding tendencies of Hispanics. Empirical research is needed to further define the primary factors that influence Hispanic mothers feeding decisions and practices that contribute to excessive weight gain in their infants.
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Authors
Diana C. Cartagena, Suzanne W. Ameringer, Jacqueline McGrath, Nancy Jallo, Saba W. Masho, Barbara J. Myers,