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Area of Science:

  • Perinatal health
  • Epigenetics
  • Neurodevelopment

Background:

  • Significant scientific advancements in perinatal programming and epigenetic effects over the last decade.
  • Growing need to translate these findings into preventive interventions for human neurodevelopment.
  • Concept of genome-ambiome interaction guiding preventive strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Propose low-cost, easily implementable preventive strategies for maternal and infant health institutions.
  • Emphasize the role of early life interventions in mitigating long-term health consequences.
  • Integrate established recommendations and highlight areas needing further research.

Main Methods:

  • Review of existing policy statements and initiatives (e.g., American Academy of Pediatrics, UNICEF, PAHO).
  • Focus on evidence-based practices such as breastfeeding and family-centered maternity care.
  • Identification of key intervention points from birth through early infancy.

Main Results:

  • Breastfeeding and human milk administration identified as primary preventive measures.
  • Safe and Family-Centered Maternity Hospitals initiative promotes family inclusion and rights.
  • Emphasis on the 'sacred hour,' pain management in newborns, late preterm infant care, and growth restriction avoidance.

Conclusions:

  • Early life interventions, including breastfeeding and supportive hospital practices, are crucial for neurodevelopment.
  • Continued research is needed on nutritional interventions to prevent adult metabolic syndrome.
  • Integration of these strategies can improve maternal and infant health outcomes.