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Annotation: This background paper examines the critical relationship between breastfeeding and infant mortality among African Americans, the racial/ethnic group with the lowest rate of breastfeeding. It explores the benefits of breastfeeding and the issues associated with racial/ethnic disparities in breastfeeding, concluding with an action plan for closing the gap through promotion of breastfeeding based on education, training, awareness, support, and research. Chapter contents include background and review of related literature, factors that influence breastfeeding, promising models and practices, and recommendations and implications for policy change. The appendix contains statistical charts on breastfeeding and infant mortality rates with selected vital statistics. References conclude the paper.

Keywords: Blacks, Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding promotion, Ethnic factors, Infant feeding, Infant health, Infant mortality, Model programs, Racial factors, Statistical data

Annotation: This background paper explores the relationship between maternal nutrition and infant mortality, with an emphasis on the relationality - the concept of relationships and their associated effects upon maternal and infant well-being - have generated a new understanding of the infant mortality challenge. Chapter contents include (1) maternal nutrition and infant mortality with regard to birth defects, low birthweight, sudden infant death syndrome, complications of pregnancy, child health, growth, and development; (2) nutritional status and behaviors of pregnant women in the United States; (3) prenatal nutritional interventions and evidence of effectiveness; and (4) rethinking nutrition and infant mortality in the context of relationality over the life course. The paper discusses the strength of the evidence that these different factors are related. The final chapter includes recommendations on research, policy, and practice.

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Keywords: Infant feeding, Infant mortality, Maternal health, Maternal nutrition, Nutrition, Pregnant women, Prenatal care

Annotation: This report describes the findings of a Congressionally requested study to review the potential impact of infant formula marketing on breastfeeding rates, especially for infants in the WIC (Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children) program. Topics include an estimate of breastfeeding rates for infants in the general population and for infants on WIC, and how these rates compare to recommended breastfeeding rates; how infant formula is marketed to women in general and to women on WIC in particular; and what is known about the impact of infant formula marketing. Topics also include the benefits of breastfeeding, WIC and infant formula, efforts to limit formula advertising, breastfeeding trends, and formula marketing and the use of WIC trademarks. Conclusions and an agency recommendation are provided along with appendices on advertising data and a literature review.

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Keywords: Breastfeeding, Infant feeding, Infant formula, Infant nutrition, Marketing, WIC program

Annotation: This video provides new parents with advice on newborn care, including health and safety information. Topics include newborn appearances, senses, and brain development; baby cues, crying, and comforting techniques; breastfeeding, formula feeding, burping, sleeping and SIDS safety; diapering and cleaning, cord care, circumcision care, nail care, and dressing; and health and safety, the car seat, safety straps, the baby's physical and parent health. A 4-page facilitator's guide is available. The video is available in English and Spanish, each in DVD and VHS formats.

Keywords: Audiovisual materials, Breastfeeding, Consumer education materials, DVDs, Videotapes, Infant behavior, Infant care, Infant development, Infant feeding, Infant nutrition, Newborn infants, Parenting, SIDS, Spanish language materials

Annotation: This booklet, which is geared toward new single fathers, addresses questions and concerns that new fathers may have. It discusses the benefits of establishing legal fatherhood and why it's important to be involved in a child's life, and it provides ideas for building a strong, loving connection to the child, steps for strengthening the relationship with the other parent, information on establishing legal paternity, and information on the value of involved fathers.

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Keywords: Adolescent fathers, Consumer education materials, Father child relations, Fathers, Infant behavior, Infant care, Infant feeding, Infants, Newborn infants, Paternity, Relationships, Single fathers

Annotation: This report summarizes a study focusing on the long-term developmental and family sequelae outcomes of very low birth weight children with bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD). It addresses whether infants with BPD would exhibit more developmental problems, using standard measures of growth, intellect, motor, and language development; whether parents would show higher degrees of depressive symptoms and stress; and whether infants would show more deviant and maladaptive feeding behavior. Report sections include the nature, purpose, scope, and methods of the research problem; a review of the literature; an outline of the study design and methods; a presentation of findings; and a discussion of findings and recommendations for policy implications and further research. Also provided are a list of products developed and references. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia, Developmental disabilities, Developmental screening, Family relations, Feeding disorders, Final reports, Low birthweight infants, MCH research, Prematurity

Annotation: This report discusses early childhood nutrition and complications of poor nutrition in infancy and childhood, and offers recommendations for increasing public understanding and policy changes for optimal nutritional health. The report describes optimal nutrition and feeding practices in infancy and childhood, the problem of childhood obesity, the role of iron in normal health and development and the prevention of iron deficiency anemia, and the implications of early feeding practices for the development of childhood dental problems. The report also offers specific recommendations based on knowledge in each of these areas. Statistical information is presented in figures throughout the report. The report concludes with a list of references.

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Keywords: Child health, Child nutrition, Connecticut, Early childhood development, Feeding, Infant feeding, Infant health, Infant nutrition, Infants, Iron, Iron deficiency anemia, Obesity, Oral health, State initiatives, Young Children

Annotation: This book provides a thorough overview of nutrition supervision during infancy, early childhood, middle childhood, and adolescence. It includes four sections, which are (1) the introduction, (2) nutrition supervision guidelines, (3) nutrition issues and concerns, and (4) nutrition tools. The introduction provides information about the role of healthy eating and physical activity, nutrition in the community, and cultural awareness in nutrition services. The nutrition supervision guidelines section is divided into chapters by age group, each of which includes an overview of the developmental period as well as critical nutrition issues for the age group. Nutrition Issues and Concerns discusses problems that cross age groups. Nutrition Tools provides screening tools, strategies, and resources to help promote good nutrition. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Adolescent nutrition, Bright Futures, Child nutrition, Cultural factors, Ethnic factors, Guidelines, Health promotion, Infant feeding, Infant nutrition, Nutrition, Nutrition attitudes, Nutritional requirements, Physical activity

Annotation: These breastfeeding promotion and support guidelines were developed to assist health professionals in providing information to generally healthy mothers and babies in the WIC program in Iowa. The protocols address preparation for breastfeeding, getting started, the first few weeks, continuing breastfeeding, and special circumstances. Each chapter contains topics designed to be shared with all pregnant and breastfeeding women and topics that are optional depending on the woman's needs and interests. A list of resources cited within the protocols along with the addresses where they can be obtained is located in Appendix B.

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Keywords: Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding promotion, Infant feeding, Iowa, Protocols

Annotation: This video guides parents through the steps of recovery, emotional- and physical wellness, and newborn care. The first section, Mother care, discusses care for the new mother after delivery including body changes, pains, baby blues or postpartum depression. Section two focuses on feeding techniques for the baby including breastfeeding and formula feeding. Section three focuses on baby care including umbilical cord and circumcision care, jaundice, diaper hygiene and rashes, taking baby's temperature, safety issues such as SIDS and car seats, bathing the infant, and infant crying. The final section recaps warning signs for both mother care and baby care. It is available in both English and Spanish as well as DVD and videotape formats.

Keywords: Audiovisual materials, Consumer education materials, Crying, DVDs, Infant care, Infant feeding, Infant health, Jaundice, Diaper rash, Maternal health, Postpartum care, Postpartum depression, SIDS, Car seats, Spanish language materials, Videotapes

Annotation: This manual provides (1) background material on healthy feeding relationships in infancy; (2) chapters on three appropriate feeding practices in infancy, including anticipatory guidance for clients; (3) educational materials to use with clients and partners; (4) guidance on doing inservice training; and (5) selected resources. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Food habits, Infant feeding, Infant health, Infant nutrition

Annotation: This resource discusses assessment and intervention techniques, the medical and developmental consequences of pediatric undernutrition, interdisciplinary teamwork and service coordination, and nutrition and feeding issues from medical care and child development to community planning and advocacy. Also discussed are numerous difficulties associated with inadequate nutrition in children younger than age 3, including developmental delays, medical conditions that impair growth, and cognitive deficits. The book also addresses nonmedical issues including the feeding relationship, nutrition, cultural diversity, working with families, and infant mental health. Clinically related appendices provide scales for assessing childhood feeding disorders and emotional health, growth charts, diet records, and clinical questionnaires.

Keywords: Assessment, Child development, Child mental health, Child nutrition, Children, Cognitive development, Cultural diversity, Early childhood development, Failure to thrive, Feeding, Growth charts, Infant nutrition, Interdisciplinary cooperation, Intervention, Nutrition disorders, Pediatrics, Questionnaires, Records, Service coordination

Annotation: This report provides guidelines for feeding practices to improve the nutrition of infants, ages 0-6 months and 6-24 months, and also dietiary practices to improve the nutrition of adolescent girls and women of reproductive age. The document provides technical justification for the guidelines and also identifies and discusses determinants of nutritional status.

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Keywords: Health status, Barriers, Breastfeeding, Delayed childbearing, Dietary guidelines, Family planning, Feeding, Infant nutrition, Intervention, Low birth weight, Maternal health, Maternal nutrition, Nutrition disorders, Physical activity, Premature infants, Prenatal nutrition

Annotation: The overall goal of the project was to identify during infancy the measurable precursors of severe behavioral and emotional disorders. The study recruited 80 infants with regulatory disorders and 80 normal peers (matched for socioeconomic status, minority group status, presence or absence of father in home, number of children in family, and parenting stress). The regulatory disordered infants and control infants were assessed at 9 months and followed at 24 and 36 months. A comprehensive battery was administered at each assessment point. Mothers completed questionnaires on child temperament, child behavior problems, parenting stress, and demographic information. At 36 months, children received an evaluation to assess behavioral and emotional difficulties. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Affective Disorders, Behavior Disorders, Feeding Disorders, Infant Health Care, Infants, MCH Research, Preschool children, Regulatory Disorders, Research, Research, Sensory Impairments, Sleep Disorders, Toddlers

Annotation: Two approaches were available for providing very low birthweight neonates with adequate nutrition: (1) Parenteral nutrition, which was complicated by the limited tolerance of very low birthweight neonates for the various nutrients; or (2) enteral nutrition, complicated by the limited volume of intake. We allocated 90 very low birthweight neonates (750–1,499 grams) randomly to continuous gastric drip or intermittent bolus feeding as soon as their clinical condition allowed enteral feedings. We monitored intestinal tolerance to the formula, growth (by anthropometric measurements and estimation of body composition by total body electrical conductivity), rate of progression of feedings, and macronutrient balance studies. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Enteral Feeding, Low Birthweight, MCH Research, Newborn infants, Nutrition, Parenteral Feeding, Research

Annotation: This report summarizes a Maternal and Child Health Bureau funded project presented at a seminar June 27, 1995. The study focuses on the developmental and family sequelae of bronchopulmonary dysplasia (BPD) and the medical and social complications of prematurity and very low birthweight. It addresses whether infants with BPD would exhibit more developmental problems, using standard measures of growth, intellect, motor, and language development; whether parents would show higher degrees of depressive symptoms and stress; and whether infants would show more deviant and maladaptive feeding behavior. The report ends with reaction to the project and a list of publications. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

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Keywords: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia, Developmental disabilities, Families, Feeding disorders, Low birthweight infants, MCH research, Prematurity

Annotation: This brochure discusses ways that mothers can continue to breastfeed as they return to school or work. It discusses how to transition the baby to feeding from a bottle, expressing breast milk, the use of breast milk in combination with formula, and preparing to return to work. It is one of a number of brochures used to promote breastfeeding in Missouri.

Keywords: Adolescent mothers, Bottle feeding, Breastfeeding, Educational materials, Infant formula, Infant nutrition, Missouri, State initiatives, Working mothers, Young adults

Annotation: This book is a practical guide to baby care written expressly for fathers. In addition to step-by-step instructions on basic child care, the book also provides explanations of the important perceptual abilities, language skills, muscular coordination, strength, and concepts of trust and self-esteem that babies need to develop during the first 18 months of life.

Keywords: Fathers, Infant behavior, Infant feeding, Infant stimulation, Parenting, infant development

Annotation: This manual provides in-depth guidelines for designing and monitoring a facility to prepare and handle formula for infants with special needs. Developed by a group of clinical and technical experts, this manual includes detailed information on physical facilities layout, the equipment and supplies needed, the personnel and their training needs, procedures for preparation and handling of formula, as well as infection control, an overview of microbiological issues, and quality assurance indicators. [Funded by the Maternal and Child Health Bureau]

Keywords: Group feeding, Health facilities, Hospitals, Infant formula, Infants with special health care needs, Planning

Annotation: This manual presents selected approaches for pediatricians and other child health professionals in caring for children and families whose health and adaptation are thought to be in the normal range. This notebook incorporates biomedical, developmental, and psychosocial information. For each checkup, it suggests questions to ask the parent, factors to look for in examining the child, immunizations, and anticipatory guidance to offer the parents. Supplementary information is given on common issues including self-comforting behaviors, feeding behavior in infancy and early childhood, toilet training, sleep problems, temper tantrums, management of the difficult infant and child, single parenting, and dysfunctional parenting. The manual emphasizes open communication and therapeutic alliance between the physician and the patient and his or her family.

Keywords: Adolescent health, Behavior, Behavior problems, Child development, Child health, Children, Dysfunctional families, Feeding, Health services, Health supervision, Infant development, Infant health, Parents, Pediatrics, Physician patient relations, Preventive health services, Psychosocial development, Single parents, Sleep disorders, Stress, Tantrums, Toilet training