Influence of maternal characteristics and infant feeding patterns on infant growth from birth till 18 months: The MISC study.

Hadia M Radwan Farah A Naja Nada AbbasJoelle Abi KharmaReyad Shaker ObaidHessa Al GhazalDana N AbdelrahimRoba SaqanMariam AlameddineMarwa Al HilaliHayder A Hasan Mona S Hashim

Published in: Pediatric obesity (2024)

The findings spotlight the influence of maternal characteristics and infant feeding on infant growth. This asserts the need for evidence-based programmes targeting mothers to promote optimal feeding practices and foster healthy child growth.

Keyphrases

primary care
healthcare
pregnancy outcomes
birth weight
mental health
gestational age
body mass index
drug delivery
weight loss