The complementary feeding practices of low-income Black mothers with infants between 6 and 24 months of age: A qualitative study.

Ingrid K R AdamsJacquelyn C A MeshelemiahShyAnne T NobleBarbara A Piperata

Published in: Journal of human nutrition and dietetics : the official journal of the British Dietetic Association (2023)

All mothers breastfed exclusively and most (n = 6) initiated complementary feeding at 6 months. Paediatricians, other health providers and service organisations were instrumental in helping Black mothers adopt complementary feeding practices. Mothers also engaged in responsive feeding practices. These findings point to the critical nature of access and education in helping Black mothers in the study achieve feeding recommendations for their infants.

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