INFANT FEEDING AND DISORDERS OF THE DIGESTIVE SYSTEM

Evaluation of the Relationship between Unwanted Pregnancy and Infant Feeding

Introduction: Unwanted pregnancy is one of the most important problems, facing married couples. This type of pregnancy has a negative impact on maternal, fetal, and neonatal outcomes. In this study, we aimed to evaluate the relationship between unwanted pregnancy (based on the couples’ opinions) and infants’ nutrition in patients admitted to medical centers of Mashhad in years 2009-2010. Metho...

The Relationship between Women’s Postpartum Sexual Function and Infant Feeding

Introduction: Breastfeeding is the ideal source of nutrition for infants. However, there is controversy regarding the effect of breastfeeding on mothers’ sexual function. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the relationship between postpartum sexual function and infant feeding method in women referring to Mashhad healthcare centers. Methods: This descriptive, analytical study was performed o...

Disorders of the digestive system in the elderly.

Mothers’ Narratives of their Infants’ Feeding Problems and Comparing Infant Feeding Styles

Background & Aims: The purpose of the present study was to compare feeding problems, infant eating behavior, and feeding styles between infants with and without feeding problems according to their mothers’ narratives. Methods: In this casual-comparative study, 50 mother-infant dyads were selected using convenient sampling. The infants’ ages ranged between 6 to 12 months. After matching, the inf...

Infant Feeding Pattern and Frequency of Oral Candidiasis