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Feeding Patterns and Parental Perceptions of Feeding Issues of Preterm Infants in the First 2 Years of Life

Tsu-Hsin Howe1, Ching-Fan Sheu2, Tien-Ni Wang3

  • 1Tsu-Hsin Howe, PhD, OTR, FAOTA, is Associate Professor, Department of Occupational Therapy, Steinhardt School of Culture, Education, and Human Development, New York University.

The American Journal of Occupational Therapy : Official Publication of the American Occupational Therapy Association
|March 28, 2019
PubMed

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Parental feeding practices differ for preterm infants, who experience feeding issues and increased maternal distress. These feeding challenges are linked to parenting stress, particularly when introducing solid foods.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Maternal Health

Background:

  • Preterm infants often face unique feeding challenges in early development.
  • Parental feeding practices significantly influence infant nutrition and development.
  • Maternal distress can impact parenting and infant outcomes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate feeding practices and issues in preterm infants during the first two years of life.
  • To examine the relationship between feeding problems and maternal distress in preterm infants.
  • To compare feeding experiences of preterm and full-term infants.

Main Methods:

  • A study involving 420 mothers (239 preterm, 181 full-term infants).
  • Utilized the Behavior-Based Feeding Questionnaire for Infants With Premature History.
  • Employed the Parenting Stress Index-Chinese Version to measure maternal distress.

Main Results:

  • Preterm infants showed delayed introduction to solid foods and limited food variety compared to full-term infants.
  • Parenting stress was common among parents of preterm infants.
  • Feeding issues in preterm infants correlated with higher levels of parenting stress, especially during the introduction of supplementary foods.

Conclusions:

  • Preterm infants have distinct feeding trajectories and challenges.
  • Parenting stress is a significant factor associated with feeding difficulties in preterm infants.
  • Early identification and support for feeding issues and maternal stress are crucial for preterm infant development.

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