Indian fathers' perceptions of young childcare and feeding - A qualitative study
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Summary
This summary is machine-generated.Indian fathers are actively involved in childcare and feeding practices. Their engagement is crucial for improving children
Area Of Science
- Child Health
- Parenting Studies
- Nutritional Science
Background
- Parenting research often overlooks fathers' roles in child health.
- Increasing maternal employment in India highlights the need to study paternal involvement.
- Understanding fathers' perspectives on child-rearing is essential for holistic family health interventions.
Purpose Of The Study
- To explore Indian fathers' views on their parenting practices.
- To document fathers' involvement in children's diet and other health behaviors.
- To identify factors influencing paternal engagement in early childhood care.
Main Methods
- Semi-structured interviews with 33 fathers in Kolkata, India.
- Interviews conducted face-to-face or remotely (Zoom/telephone).
- Thematic analysis of transcribed and translated interview data using NVivo software.
Main Results
- Fathers reported significant involvement in childcare and feeding practices.
- Key themes included responsive/non-responsive feeding, concerns about fussy eating and screen time.
- Fathers expressed barriers to engagement and a desire for more health knowledge.
Conclusions
- Indian fathers play a vital role in early childhood care and nutrition.
- Paternal involvement should be integrated into family-focused health interventions.
- Targeting fathers can enhance children's dietary habits and overall health outcomes.
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