Breastfeeding and Pediatric Obesity in America
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Madison Michelle Bick, SN, College of Nursing, University of Missouri-St. Louis, Saint Louis, Missouri, USA
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Abstract
This review synthesizes the findings of 28 empirical studies to form a comprehensive picture of the relationship between breastfeeding and rates of pediatric obesity as seen in US culture. Various protective factors are summarized including maternal microbial transmissions, infant feeding practices, and maternal characteristics such as race and socioeconomic status.
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Leadership Connection 2018: Transformative Nursing Leadership, September 15-18, 2018. Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
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| Type | Poster |
| Acquisition | Proxy-submission |
| Review Type | Abstract Review Only: Reviewed by Event Host |
| Format | Text-based Document |
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| Evidence Level | N/A |
| Research Approach | N/A |
| Keywords | Breastfeeding; Obesity; Pediatric |
Conference Information
| Name | Leadership Connection 2018 |
| Host | Sigma Theta Tau International, the Honor Society of Nursing |
| Location | Indianapolis, Indiana, USA |
| Date | 2018 |
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