Abstract
The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore maternal feeding practices and beliefs of Hispanic mothers of preschool-age children. A convenience sample of 6 mothers were interviewed. Overall, mothers who perceived they had control over feeding practices and strong support systems had children with healthier weights.
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Unknown
Lead Author Affiliation
Seton Hall University, South Orange, New Jersey, USA
Type
Presentation
Format Type
Text-based Document
Study Design/Type
N/A
Research Approach
Qualitative Research
Keywords:
Hispanic, Obesity, Preschool
Recommended Citation
Innella, Nancy Ann, "Feeding practices and beliefs of Hispanic mothers of preschool age children" (2019). INRC (Congress). 33.
https://www.sigmarepository.org/inrc/2019/presentations_2019/33
Conference Name
30th International Nursing Research Congress
Conference Host
Sigma Theta Tau International
Conference Location
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
Conference Year
2019
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Feeding practices and beliefs of Hispanic mothers of preschool age children
Calgary, Alberta, Canada
The purpose of this qualitative study was to explore maternal feeding practices and beliefs of Hispanic mothers of preschool-age children. A convenience sample of 6 mothers were interviewed. Overall, mothers who perceived they had control over feeding practices and strong support systems had children with healthier weights.