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Advancing Maternal and Child Nutrition: Pathways to Equity and Resilience

A special issue of Nutrients (ISSN 2072-6643). This special issue belongs to the section "Pediatric Nutrition".

Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 November 2024 | Viewed by 2382

Special Issue Editor

Dr. Blessing J. Akombi-Inyang

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School of Population Health, University of New South Wales, Sydney, NSW 2052, Australia
Interests: global health; maternal neonatal and child health; malnutrition; adolescent health services; epidemiology; public health; developing countries
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Dear Colleagues,

This Special Issue explores the multifaceted landscape of maternal and child health, with a particular focus on diet, nutrition, and their determinants. This topic delves into the complexities surrounding maternal and child nutrition, examining various factors that influence health outcomes at different levels. The articles within this Special Issue related to research, analysis, and case studies that provide insights into actionable strategies for improving maternal and child nutrition. Themes such as equity, resilience, and transformative change are woven throughout the discussions, emphasizing the importance of addressing disparities along racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic lines. Collaborative efforts, interdisciplinary partnerships, and community engagement are underscored as essential components for driving progress in maternal and child nutrition initiatives.

Dr. Blessing J. Akombi-Inyang
Guest Editor

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  • maternal and child health
  • nutrition
  • diet
  • child nutrition

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Nurses’ Techniques for Bottle-Feeding of Infants with Feeding Difficulties: A Qualitative Descriptive Study
by Eri Tashiro, Shingo Ueki, Eri Nagatomo and Junko Miyata
Nutrients 2024, 16(21), 3612; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16213612 - 24 Oct 2024
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Background/Objectives: This study identified bottle-feeding techniques for infants with feeding difficulties. Methods: Between December 2021 and April 2022, a survey was distributed to nurses with at least 5 years of experience in caring for infants at 1109 hospitals in Japan. The questionnaire included [...] Read more.
Background/Objectives: This study identified bottle-feeding techniques for infants with feeding difficulties. Methods: Between December 2021 and April 2022, a survey was distributed to nurses with at least 5 years of experience in caring for infants at 1109 hospitals in Japan. The questionnaire included open-ended questions regarding preparation before bottle-feeding, methods of nipple insertion, methods of assisting with sucking, and criteria for continuing bottle-feeding. The responses were classified according to semantic similarity. Results: In total, 514 valid responses were received. The respondents had an average of 19.16 years of experience as a nurse or midwife. The most frequently used nipples for infants with feeding difficulties were the Combi Breastfeeding Model, Pigeon Weak Sucking Nipple, and Bean Stalk Nipple. Preparation before bottle-feeding consisted of six categories, including determining the timing of feeding and stimulation to promote wakeup. Nipple insertion methods consisted of four categories, such as assisted opening of the mouth, nipple insertion, and nipple insertion depth. Methods of assisting with sucking were divided into four categories, including encouraging sucking ability from around the mouth and matching the infant’s sucking pace. The criteria for continuing bottle-feeding spanned three categories, including willingness to suck and ensuring necessary nutrition. Conclusions: The variety of survey responses describes the current state of bottle-feeding technologies. A combination of several techniques indicated that feeding strategies may lead to effective and appropriate feeding. The nurses continued feeding based on an assessment of the infant’s acceptance. Future studies regarding bottle-feeding techniques must consider the individuality of each infant. Full article
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Impact of Bifidobacterium longum Subspecies infantis on Pediatric Gut Health and Nutrition: Current Evidence and Future Directions
by Vanessa Nadia Dargenio, Fernanda Cristofori, Viviana Fara Brindicci, Federico Schettini, Costantino Dargenio, Stefania Paola Castellaneta, Andrea Iannone and Ruggiero Francavilla
Nutrients 2024, 16(20), 3510; https://doi.org/10.3390/nu16203510 - 16 Oct 2024
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Background: the intestinal microbiota, a complex community vital to human health, is shaped by microbial competition and host-driven selective pressures. Among these microbes, Bifidobacterium plays a crucial role in early gut colonization during neonatal stages, where Bifidobacterium longum subspecies infantis (B. infantis [...] Read more.
Background: the intestinal microbiota, a complex community vital to human health, is shaped by microbial competition and host-driven selective pressures. Among these microbes, Bifidobacterium plays a crucial role in early gut colonization during neonatal stages, where Bifidobacterium longum subspecies infantis (B. infantis) predominates and is particularly prevalent in healthy breastfed infants. Objectives: as we embark on a new era in nutrition of the pediatric population, this study seeks to examine the existing understanding regarding B. infantis, encompassing both preclinical insights and clinical evidence. Methods: through a narrative disceptation of the current literature, we focus on its genetic capacity to break down various substances that support its survival and dominance in the intestine. Results: using “omics” technologies, researchers have identified beneficial mechanisms of B. infantis, including the production of short-chain fatty acids, serine protease inhibitors, and polysaccharides. While B. infantis declines with age and in various diseases, it remains a widely used probiotic with documented benefits for infant and child health in numerous studies. Conclusions: the current scientific evidence underscores the importance for ongoing research and clinical trials for a deeper understanding of B. infantis’s role in promoting long-term health. Full article
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