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Kirsten K Davison1,2, Christine E Blake3, Rachel E Blaine4,5
1Department of Nutrition, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, 665 Huntington Ave, Boston, MA, 02445, USA. kdavison@hsph.harvard.edu.
The International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity
|September 18, 2015
Summary
Understanding child snacking behaviors is crucial. This study explores food parenting practices among low-income caregivers, revealing varied strategies influencing children's snack choices and intake.
Area of Science:
- Child Nutrition and Health
- Parenting and Family Studies
- Behavioral Science
Background:
- Excessive energy intake from snacking is a concern in children.
- Factors influencing children's snacking behaviors are not well understood.
- This research investigates food parenting strategies related to child snacking among low-income caregivers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine food parenting practices specific to child snacking in low-income populations.
- To develop a conceptual model of food parenting related to child snacking.
- To inform future research on child snacking behaviors.
Main Methods:
- Conducted semi-structured interviews in English or Spanish with 60 low-income caregivers of preschool-aged children.
- Utilized a structured interview guide to explore caregivers' definitions and strategies for child snacking.
- Analyzed interview data using a theory-based and grounded approach to develop a conceptual model.
Main Results:
- Caregiver snack parenting practices aligned with existing models but revealed unique approaches.
- Over half of caregivers reported permissive feeding styles regarding snacks.
- Novel practices identified include child-centered provision, parent unilateral decision-making, and excessive snack monitoring.
Conclusions:
- This study establishes terminology for food parenting practices related to child snacking.
- Identified key constructs and developed a conceptual framework for future research.
- The findings provide a foundation for understanding and addressing child snacking behaviors.
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