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Bidirectional associations between parental feeding practices, infant appetitive traits and infant BMIz: a

Alissa J Burnett1, Elena Jansen2, Jessica Appleton3,4

  • 1Deakin University, Institute for Physical Activity and Nutrition (IPAN), School of Exercise and Nutrition Sciences, Geelong, Vic, Australia. a.burnett@deakin.edu.au.

The International Journal of Behavioral Nutrition and Physical Activity
|December 14, 2022
PubMed

Insights

Parental feeding practices influence infant appetitive traits and BMIz. Bidirectional associations were found, highlighting the need for early, tailored interventions to support healthy infant development and feeding behaviors.

Area of Science:

  • Pediatrics
  • Developmental Psychology
  • Nutrition Science

Background:

  • Limited understanding of parent feeding practices' impact on infant appetitive traits and BMIz.
  • Infant feeding dynamics are complex and involve bidirectional influences.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To examine bidirectional associations between parental feeding practices, infant appetitive traits, and infant BMIz.
  • Investigate how feeding behaviors and infant characteristics influence each other over time.

Main Methods:

  • Longitudinal study with 380 parents and their infants up to 12 months.
  • Utilized the Feeding Practices and Structure Questionnaire (FPSQ) and Baby Eating Behaviour Questionnaire.
  • Cross-lagged models analyzed associations between feeding practices, appetitive traits, and BMIz.

Main Results:

  • Infant food avoidance linked to persuasive feeding; infant BMIz to parent-led feeding.
  • Using food to calm associated with lower infant BMIz; higher BMIz with infant food approach.
  • Feeding on demand linked to lower infant food approach.

Conclusions:

  • Complex interplay exists between parental feeding, infant appetitive traits, and BMIz.
  • Both child and parent factors are crucial in early development.
  • Tailored infant programs are needed to promote healthy feeding practices and traits.
Abstract

Keywords:
Appetitive traitsChild eating behavioursCross-laggedInfancyParent feedingWeight

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