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Infant feeding patterns in the Finnish type I diabetes prediction and prevention nutrition study cohort

M Erkkola1, H-M Pigg, P Virta-Autio

  • 1Tampere School of Public Health, University of Tampere, Tampere, Finland.

European Journal of Clinical Nutrition
|September 9, 2004
PubMed

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Breastfeeding duration in Finland is shorter than recommended, with many infants receiving solids and formula early. Parental education, maternal age, and infant sex significantly influence infant feeding patterns.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Nutritional Science
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Infant feeding practices are crucial for child development and long-term health.
  • Sociodemographic factors may influence adherence to infant feeding recommendations.
  • Understanding infant feeding patterns is essential for public health interventions.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate infant feeding patterns during the first two years of life.
  • To examine the relationship between infant feeding patterns and sociodemographic factors.

Main Methods:

  • Population-based cohort study conducted in Finland.
  • Included 429 infants who completed dietary follow-up until two years of age.
  • Data collected on breastfeeding duration, introduction of formula and solids, and sociodemographic information.

Main Results:

  • Median exclusive breastfeeding duration was 1.8 months; total breastfeeding was 7.0 months.
  • Only 20% of infants were exclusively breastfed for at least 4 months.
  • Parental education, maternal age, and infant sex were associated with feeding patterns; boys received formula and solids earlier than girls.

Conclusions:

  • Breastfeeding duration in Finland is shorter than recommended.
  • Adherence to recommendations for introducing supplementary foods and dairy products is suboptimal.
  • Infant feeding is significantly influenced by parental education, maternal age, and infant sex.
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