'They don't know what to do with our children': Experiences and views on feeding and swallowing from parents of children who use long-term ventilation.

Increasing use of paediatric long-term ventilation (LTV) has been reported around the world over the last two decades and it is anticipated that use of this medical intervention will continue to grow. Research has shown that children who use LTV have risk factors for feeding and swallowing difficulties which result in long-term reliance on non-oral feeding methods. This Patient and Public Involvement (PPI) activity explored experiences of parents of children with LTV on their children's feeding and swallowing journeys. Individual and group interviews with seven parents were conducted. Interview data was then analysed using content analysis. Families discussed a range of themes including impacts on their family, facilitators and barriers to feeding and swallowing journeys, speech and language therapy (SLT) support, their family's healthcare journey in relation to quality of life and future directions for research. This study highlighted potential key areas to explore when identifying ways to improve SLT care and research in feeding and swallowing for children who use LTV.

Comparison of Paladai Cup Against Nifty Cup Feeding in Preterm Low-Birth-Weight Infants: An Open-Labeled Randomized Controlled Trial.

Background: Neonatal Intuitive Feeding Technology (NIFTY) cup feeding has been found to be feasible in preterm low-birth-weight babies. However, literature on direct comparison of the same with paladai feeding is lacking. Methods: In this open-labeled, randomized controlled trial, preterm infants (<34 weeks/<1800 g) on full oral gastric tube feeding for at least 3 consecutive days, eligible to be given a trial of suck and swallow cup feeding, prior to initiation of direct breastfeeding, were randomized to the two feeding intervention groups: paladai cup and Nifty cup. The primary outcome was the time taken from initiation of oral cup feeds to reaching complete gavage-free cup feeds for at least 24 hours. Secondary outcomes were the ease of use of both instruments, the adverse effects during and within 10 minutes after feeding, and anthropometric parameters (head circumference and weight gain). Results: The median (IQR) time taken from initiation to complete transition to full cup feeding for at least 24 hours was not significantly different [4(3,7) days in Nifty cup group versus 3(2,6) days in paladai cup group, p = 0.25]. Mean ± SD weight gain from intervention to discharge was also similar in both the groups (16 ± 6 g/kg/day in Nifty cup group versus 17 ± 5 g/kg/day in paladai cup group, p = 0.18). Adverse events did not differ (32.9% in group A versus 27.1% in group B, p = 0.580). Nurses did not find any difference in ease of teaching caregivers [median (IQR) Nifty cup group 4(4,5) versus paladai cup group 4(4,5), p = 0.13]. Conclusion: The efficacy and adverse event rates were similar between Nifty cup feeding and paladai cup feeding in preterm infants. Both feeding modalities can be used prior to transition to direct breastfeeding in preterm low-birth-weight infants.

Commentary: Can an effective end-of-life intervention for advanced dementia be viewed as moral?

We comment on Dr. Terman's considerations on the moral justification of ceasing assisted feeding and hydration for people with advanced dementia. The core idea of his paper is that an advance directive can solve future dilemmas regarding assisted feeding. We submit that this static instrument is unfit for the complex and dynamic nature of assessing how to deal with refusals to eat, in particular for people with dementia. It overvalues the past in relation to the present situation and leaves no room for the possibility of changing wishes. Moreover, the perspectives of professional caregivers and families are not addressed because the focus is entirely on individual autonomy in early dementia. Multiple perspectives should be considered in interpreting directives and the actual situation in light of the patient's view of life in order to realistically account for what is morally justifiable in care in advanced dementia.

Oral Intake in the Complete Lateral Position as a Compensatory Method for a Patient with Severe Dysphagia: A Case Report.

Background: We report a patient with severe dysphagia who was successfully treated using our newly developed swallowing rehabilitation method involving a complete lateral position. Case: This case involved a 74-year-old male patient with dysphagia caused by multiple morbidities, including sarcopenia after panperitonitis, Wallenberg syndrome, and Lewy body dementia. We attempted oral feeding in the complete lateral position and observed that the bolus was moving as intended and was swallowed without penetration or aspiration. The patient achieved oral feeding using the complete lateral position, and his physical and cognitive functions improved. He was discharged home and continued feeding orally without alternative means for more than 5 years. Discussion: In the flat (complete) lateral position, the bolus flows and pools as far as possible from the airway opening of the pharynx. Using this method, gravity aids in preventing penetration and aspiration. Therefore, eating in the complete lateral position has immediate effects that are reproducible and not dependent on the cognitive function or motor skills of the patient or the assistance skills of the caregivers.

Transição alimentar de prematuros internados na Unidade Canguru: revisão sistemática / Transición alimentaria de prematuros internados en la Unidad Canguro: revisión sistemática / Food transition of premature infants admitted to the Kangaroo Unit: systematic review

Resumo Objetivo Analisar as evidências disponíveis sobre a transição alimentar de sonda orogástrica para aleitamento materno diretamente na mama com prematuros internados em unidades hospitalares. Métodos Revisão sistemática da literatura com busca nas bases de dados PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, EMBASE, Scopus, Cochrane CENTRAL, CINAHL, com os critérios de inclusão: estudos experimentais, sem restrição temporal e nos idiomas português, espanhol e inglês. A avaliação metodológica foi realizada por meio das ferramentas Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) e Revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB 2.0) e consistiu em duas etapas: qualidade metodológica e o risco de viés dos estudos. Resultados Foram identificados 10 artigos, todos ensaios clínicos randomizados. As técnicas utilizadas na transição da dieta dos prematuros encontradas foram: sonda-dedo e seringa, copo e sonda-dedo, copo e mamadeira, colher e sucção não-nutritiva, sucção não-nutritiva, sucção não-nutritiva e estimulação oral, comportamento dos prematuros, cheiro do leite materno. Conclusão As técnicas evidenciadas permitiram a transição da dieta, em um período mais curto, reduzindo o tempo de internação, aumentando o ganho de peso e se mostraram seguras, desde que o prematuro tenha maturidade para ser realizada. Contudo, a mamadeira foi desaconselhada, pela ocorrência de episódios de dessaturação, aumento da frequência cardíaca e confusão de bico.

Resumen Objetivo Analizar las evidencias disponibles sobre la transición alimentaria de sonda orogástrica a lactancia materna directamente de la mama con prematuros internados en unidades hospitalarias. Métodos Revisión sistemática de la literatura con búsqueda en las bases de datos PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, EMBASE, Scopus, Cochrane CENTRAL, CINAHL, con los siguientes criterios de inclusión: estudios experimentales, sin restricción temporal y en idioma portugués, español e inglés. La evaluación metodológica se realizó por medio de las herramientas Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) y Revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB 2.0) y consistió en dos etapas: calidad metodológica y riesgo de sesgo de los estudios. Resultados Se identificaron 10 artículos, todos ensayos clínicos aleatorizados. Las técnicas utilizadas para la transición de la dieta de prematuros fueron: dedo-jeringa y jeringa, vaso y dedo-jeringa, vaso y mamadera, cuchara y succión no nutritiva, succión no nutritiva, succión no nutritiva y estimulación oral, comportamiento de los prematuros, olor de la leche materna. Conclusión Las técnicas observadas permitieron realizar la transición de la dieta en un período más corto, con reducción del tiempo de internación y mejor aumento de peso y demostraron ser seguras, siempre que el prematuro tenga madurez para realizarlas. No obstante, se desaconseja la mamadera por la presencia de episodios de desaturación, aumento de la frecuencia cardíaca y confusión tetina-pezón. Número de registro da revisão sistemática: CRD42021240725 (https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?RecordID=240725)

Abstract Objective To analyze the available evidence on the transition from orogastric tube feeding to breastfeeding directly from the breast with premature infants admitted to hospital units. Methods Systematic literature review with search in the following databases: PubMed/MEDLINE, Web of Science, EMBASE, Scopus, Cochrane CENTRAL, CINAHL, with the inclusion criteria: experimental studies, without temporal restrictions and in Portuguese, Spanish and English. The methodological assessment was carried out using the Grading of Recommendations Assessment, Development and Evaluation (GRADE) and Revised Cochrane risk-of-bias tool for randomized trials (RoB 2.0) tools and consisted of two stages: methodological quality and the risk of bias of the studies. Results 10 papers were identified, all randomized clinical trials. The techniques used in transitioning the premature babies' diet were: finger tube and syringe, cup and finger tube, cup and bottle, spoon and non-nutritive sucking, non-nutritive sucking, non-nutritive sucking and oral stimulation, behavior of premature babies, and smell of breast milk. Conclusion The demonstrated techniques allowed the transition of the diet in a shorter period, reducing the length of hospital stay, increasing weight gain 1and proved to be safe, as long as the premature baby is mature enough to undergo the procedure. However, bottle feeding was not recommended due to the occurrence of episodes of desaturation, increased heart rate and nipple confusion. Systematic review registration number: CRD42021240725 (https://www.crd.york.ac.uk/prospero/display_record.php?RecordID=240725)

Tempo de Transição da alimentação por sonda gástrica para alimentação por via oral em recém-nascidos pré-termo de uma unidade neonatal do Sistema Único de Saúde / Transition time from gastric tube feeding to oral feeding in preterm infants at a neonatal unit of the Unified Health System / Tiempo de transición de la alimentación por sonda gástrica a la alimentación oral en recién nacidos prematuros en una unidad neonatal del Sistema Único de Salud

Introdução: A retirada da sonda no recém-nascido pré-termo (RNPT) e o adequado estabelecimento da via oral são importantes para a saúde do bebê, já que favorecem aleitamento materno e alta hospitalar, entretanto, é um desafio nas unidades neonatais. Objetivos: Analisar os fatores associados ao tempo de transição da sonda para via oral em RNPT internados em Unidade Neonatal do Sistema Único de Saúde (SUS). Método: Foi realizado um estudo observacional analítico de coorte, com 45 RNPT que usaram sonda para alimentação no período de dezembro de 2021 a janeiro de 2022 e foram acompanhados pela equipe de Fonoaudiologia do serviço. Foram avaliados: a prontidão do prematuro para alimentação oral; a via oral com a técnica do finger feeding; a mamada e os níveis de habilidade oral. Resultados: Estiveram relacionadas ao maior tempo para transição da sonda para a via oral a idade gestacional ao nascimento inferior a 32 semanas, o peso ao nascimento inferior a 1500 gramas, a ausência de prontidão para via oral e a alta hospitalar em aleitamento artificial. Conclusão: Características do RNPT e da alimentação na avaliação e na alta hospitalar foram associados ao menor tempo de transição da sonda para a via oral. Assim, intervenções que estimulem o alcance da via oral no período de internação podem contribuir para a redução do tempo de transição e para o estímulo do aleitamento materno, favorecendo a saúde do RN, o vínculo mãe-bebê, a alta precoce, propiciando a rotatividade de leitos e, consequentemente, maior oferta aos usuários do SUS. (AU)

Introduction: The removal of the feeding tube in premature infants and the successful establishment of oral feeding are important for the baby's health, as they promote breastfeeding and hospital discharge. However, it is a challenge in neonatal units. Objectives: This article analyzes the factors associated with the time of transition from tube feeding to oral feeding in premature infants admitted to the Neonatal Unit of the Brazilian Unified Health System (SUS). Method: An analytical observational cohort study was conducted with 45 premature infants who used a feeding tube from December 2021 to January 2022 and were accompanied by the Speech Therapy team of the service. The following factors were evaluated: premature infant's readiness for oral feeding, oral feeding with finger feeding technique, breastfeeding, and levels of oral skill. Results: Factors associated with a longer transition time from tube feeding to oral feeding included gestational age at birth of fewer than 32 weeks, birth weight under 1500 grams, lack of readiness for oral feeding, and hospital discharge with artificial feeding. Conclusion: Characteristics of the premature infant and feeding at assessment and hospital discharge were associated with a shorter transition time from the tube to oral feeding. Therefore, interventions that stimulate oral feeding during hospitalization can help reduce the transition time and promote breastfeeding, benefiting the health of premature infants and the mother-baby bond. They can also contribute to early discharge, allowing for bed turnover and, consequently, increased availability for SUS users. (AU)

Introducción: La retirada de la sonda en los prematuros y el establecimiento adecuado de la vía bucal son importantes para la salud del bebé, ya que favorecen la lactancia y el alta hospitalaria, sin embargo, es un desafío en las unidades neonatales. Objetivos: Este artículo analiza los factores asociados al tiempo de transición de la sonda a la vía oral en prematuros internados en la Unidad Neonatal del Sistema Único de Salud (SUS). Método: Se realizó un estudio observacional analítico de cohortes, con 45 prematuros que utilizaron sonda de alimentación desde diciembre de 2021 hasta enero de 2022 y fueron seguidos por el equipo de logopedia del servicio. Se evaluaron: la disposición del prematuro para la alimentación oral; la vía oral con la técnica de alimentación con los dedos; lactancia materna y niveles de habilidad oral. Resultados: La edad gestacional ao nacer de menos de 32 semanas, el peso de nacimiento de menos de 1500 gramos, la falta de preparación para la administración oral y el alta hospitalaria con alimentación artificial se relacionaron con el mayor tiempo de transición de la vía por sonda a la vía oral. Conclusión: Las características del recién nacido prematuro y la alimentación en el momento de la evaluación y el alta hospitalaria se asociaron con un menor tiempo de transición de la sonda a la vía oral. Así, las intervenciones que fomenten la vía oral durante el período de hospitalización pueden contribuir a reducir el tiempo de transición y fomentar la lactancia materna, favoreciendo la salud del prematuro y el vínculo madre-bebé, además de contribuir al alta precoz, promoviendo la rotación de enfermeras, camas y, en consecuencia, mayor oferta a los usuarios del SUS. (AU)

From the perspective of rumen microbiome and host metabolome, revealing the effects of feeding strategies on Jersey Cows on the Tibetan Plateau.

Background: Previous studies have discussed the effects of grazing and house feeding on yaks during the cold season when forage is in short supply, but there is limited information on the effects of these feeding strategies on Jersey cows introduced to the Tibetan Plateau. The objective of this study was to use genomics and metabolomics analyses to examine changes in rumen microbiology and organism metabolism of Jersey cows with different feeding strategies. Methods: We selected 12 Jersey cows with similar body conditions and kept them for 60 days under grazing (n = 6) and house-feeding (n = 6) conditions. At the end of the experiment, samples of rumen fluid and serum were collected from Jersey cows that had been fed using different feeding strategies. The samples were analyzed for rumen fermentation parameters, rumen bacterial communities, serum antioxidant and immunological indices, and serum metabolomics. The results of the study were examined to find appropriate feeding strategies for Jersey cows during the cold season on the Tibetan plateau. Results: The results of rumen fermentation parameters showed that concentrations of acetic acid, propionic acid, and ammonia nitrogen in the house-feeding group (Group B) were significantly higher than in the grazing group (Group G) (P < 0.05). In terms of the rumen bacterial community 16S rRNA gene, the Chao1 index was significantly higher in Group G than in Group B (P = 0.038), while observed species, Shannon and Simpson indices were not significantly different from the above-mentioned groups (P > 0.05). Beta diversity analysis revealed no significant differences in the composition of the rumen microbiota between the two groups. Analysis of serum antioxidant and immune indices showed no significant differences in total antioxidant capacity between Group G and Group B (P > 0.05), while IL-6, Ig-M , and TNF-α were significantly higher in Group G than in Group B (P < 0.05). LC-MS metabolomics analysis of serum showed that a total of 149 major serum differential metabolites were found in Group G and Group B. The differential metabolites were enriched in the metabolic pathways of biosynthesis of amino acids, protein digestion and absorption, ABC transporters, aminoacyl-tRNA biosynthesis, mineral absorption, and biosynthesis of unsaturated fatty acids. These data suggest that the house-feeding strategy is more beneficial to improve the physiological state of Jersey cows on the Tibetan Plateau during the cold season when forages are in short supply.

Nutritional Care for Institutionalized Persons with Dementia: An Integrative Review.

BACKGROUND: Older people are at risk of malnutrition, especially when they suffer from cognitive impairment. Guidelines that orient nursing care in this regard need to be updated. The aim of this review is to address the best available evidence on interventions that can benefit nutritional nursing care for institutionalized older adults with dementia. METHODS: Integrative review using the Dimensions and Eureka search engines, and the PubMed, Embase, Scielo, CINAHL, and ScienceDirect databases. We searched from the year 2015 through to 2021. We employed the MMAT guidelines for mixed, qualitative, and quantitative studies, and the PRISMA, CASP, and JBI guidelines to value the reviews. RESULTS: A total of 55 studies met the inclusion criteria. The best available evidence to support nutritional nursing care for institutionalized older adults with dementia highlights several aspects related to the assessment and caring interventions that are focused on people with dementia, their caregivers, and their context. CONCLUSIONS: Both the assessment and nutritional care interventions for older people with dementia should consider the patient-caregiver dyad as the subject of care and understand the context as a fundamental part of it. The analysis of the context should look further than the immediate environment.

A Comparison of Slow Infusion Intermittent Feeding versus Gravity Feeding in Preterm Infants: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

BACKGROUND: The transition to full enteral feeding is important for ensuring adequate growth in preterm infants. AIMS: The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of two different intermittent feeding methods on the transition to full enteral feeding in preterm infants. STUDY DESIGN: A prospective, randomized controlled study was conducted in a neonatology and perinatology center. SUBJECTS: Preterm infants with a gestational age between 24 + 0/7 and 31 + 6/7 were included in this study. They were divided into two groups: the SIF (slow infusion feeding) group and the IBF (intermittent bolus feeding) group. In the SIF group, feed volumes were administered over one hour using an infusion pump through an orogastric tube, with feeding occurring every three hours. The IBF group received enteral feeding using a gravity-based technique with a syringe through an orogastric tube, completed within 10 to 30 min. OUTCOME MEASURES: The primary outcome was the achievement of full enteral feeding and the occurrence of feeding intolerance. RESULTS: A total of 103 infants were enrolled in the study (50 in SIF and 53 in IBF). The time to achieve full enteral feeding did not differ significantly between the two groups (p = 0.20). The SIF group had significantly fewer occurrences in which gastric residual volume exceeded 50% (p = 0.01). Moreover, the SIF group had a significantly shorter duration of non-per-oral (NPO) status than the IBF group (p = 0.03). CONCLUSIONS: It is our contention that the use of the SIF method as an alternative feeding method is appropriate for infants with feeding intolerance and those at high risk of feeding intolerance.

Choking, gagging and complementary feeding methods in the first year of life: a randomized clinical trial.

OBJECTIVE: Compare the occurrence of choking and gagging in infants subjected to three complementary feeding (CF) methods. METHODS: Randomized clinical trial with mother-infant pairs, allocated according to the following methods of CF: a) Parent-Led Weaning (PLW) - group control, b) Baby-Led Introduction to SolidS (BLISS), and c) mixed (initially BLISS and if the infant presents a lack of interest or dissatisfaction, PLW), with the last two methods guided by the infant. Mothers received nutritional intervention on CF and prevention of choking and gagging according to the method at 5.5 months of age and remained in follow-up until 12 months. Frequencies of choking and gagging were collected by questionnaire at nine and 12 months. The comparison between groups was performed using the analysis of variance test (p < 0.05). RESULTS: 130 infants were followed, and 34 (26.2%) children presented choking between six and 12 months of age, 13 (30.2%) in PLW, 10 (22.2%) BLISS, and 11 (26.2%) mixed method, no significative difference between methods (p > 0.05). The choking was caused mainly by the semi-solid/solid consistency. Moreover, 100 (80%) infants aged from six to 12 months presented gagging and their characteristics were not statistically different among groups (p > 0.05). CONCLUSION: Infants following a baby-led feeding method that includes advice on minimizing choking risk do not seem more likely to choke than infants following traditional feeding practice that includes advice on minimizing choking risk.

The effect of feeding methods on fecal metabolites of infants delivered by cesarean section based on non-targeted metabolomics / 中华实用儿科临床杂志

Objective:To explore the effect of breast feeding versus mixed feeding on fecal metabolites of infants delivered by cesarean section.Methods:This was a cross-sectional study.Fecal samples were collected from 23 healthy 1-month-old infants delivered by cesarean section from autumn 2021 and winter 2022 in two maternal and infant care facilities in the North and South of Xi′an city.The samples were divided into the breast feeding group (11 cases) and mixed feeding group (12 cases). Fecal metabolites were analyzed by the non-targeted metabolomic approach and gas chromatography-mass spectrometry coupling, and differentially expressed fecal metabolites between groups were screened using the non-parametric Mann- Whitney U test.Metabolic pathways enriched in them were further analyzed. Results:A total of 155 metabolites were characterized, including 57 sugars and sugar derivatives, 34 fatty acids, 25 organic acids, 22 amino acids, 8 esters, 4 nucleosides, 3 vitamins and 2 other substances.The relative contents of the differentially expressed fecal metabolites were measured, and it was found that some types of sugars and sugar derivatives were highly expressed in the fecal samples of breast feeding group, while amino acids, organic acids and fatty acids were highly expressed in those of the mixed feeding group.A total of 28 metabolic pathways enriched in differentially expressed fecal metabolites were obtained.Among them, alanine, aspartic acid and glutamic acid metabolism, valine, leucine and isoleucine metabolism, arginine metabolism and the tricarboxylic acid (TCA) cycle influenced infant health.Conclusions:Feeding methods have an effect on the fecal metabolites in infants delivered by cesarean section born infants, and mixed feeding may speed up the process of TCA cycle and amino acid metabolism in the intestine of infants delivered by cesarean section to a certain extent.

Choking, gagging and complementary feeding methods in the first year of life: a randomized clinical trial

Abstract Objective: Compare the occurrence of choking and gagging in infants subjected to three complementary feeding (CF) methods. Methods: Randomized clinical trial with mother-infant pairs, allocated according to the following methods of CF: a) Parent-Led Weaning (PLW) — group control, b) Baby-Led Introduction to SolidS (BLISS), and c) mixed (initially BLISS and if the infant presents a lack of interest or dissatisfaction, PLW), with the last two methods guided by the infant. Mothers received nutritional intervention on CF and prevention of choking and gagging according to the method at 5.5 months of age and remained in follow-up until 12 months. Frequencies of choking and gagging were collected by questionnaire at nine and 12 months. The comparison between groups was performed using the analysis of variance test (p < 0.05). Results: 130 infants were followed, and 34 (26.2%) children presented choking between six and 12 months of age, 13 (30.2%) in PLW, 10 (22.2%) BLISS, and 11 (26.2%) mixed method, no significative difference between methods (p > 0.05). The choking was caused mainly by the semi-solid/solid consistency. Moreover, 100 (80%) infants aged from six to 12 months presented gagging and their characteristics were not statistically different among groups (p > 0.05). Conclusion: Infants following a baby-led feeding method that includes advice on minimizing choking risk do not seem more likely to choke than infants following traditional feeding practice that includes advice on minimizing choking risk.

Evaluation of Mode of Delivery and Various Postnatal Factors on Acquisition of Oral Streptococcus mutans in Infants: A Prospective Study.

Aim of the study: The objective of the current study is to assess and establish a relationship between the mode of delivery and postnatal factors in the early colonization of Streptococcus mutans (S. mutans) in infants' oral cavities. Materials and methods: The primary goal of the investigation is to assess and compare the oral microflora of newborns immediately after birth and at 3, 6, 9, and 12 months of age in babies born by normal vaginal delivery and lower segment cesarean section and divided into (group III) and (group V), respectively. Around 50 mother-baby pairs in total had their swab samples collected for the identification of S. mutans and were monitored for a year. The role of other postnatal factors in the acquisition of S. mutans in infants was also evaluated. Results: Data analysis showed that different postnatal factors like feeding patterns, oral hygiene practices, and socioeconomic factors affected the infant's oral cavity's initial colonization by S. mutans. Conclusion: Infants' first exposure to oral S. mutans depends on the delivery method and various postnatal factors. How to cite this article: Sharma N, Bhargava N, Boruah B, et al. Evaluation of Mode of Delivery and Various Postnatal Factors on Acquisition of Oral Streptococcus mutans in Infants: A Prospective Study. Int J Clin Pediatr Dent 2023;16(5):663-666.

Tempo de transição alimentar e método de alimentação na alta hospitalar de prematuros com displasia broncopulmonar / Feeding transition time and feeding method at hospital discharge of preterm infants with bronchopulmonary dysplasia

RESUMO Objetivo Comparar o tempo de transição alimentar e a forma de alimentação por via oral na alta hospitalar, entre recém-nascidos prematuros com diagnóstico de displasia broncopulmonar e prematuros sem o diagnóstico. Métodos Estudo transversal, retrospectivo com base na coleta de dados nos prontuários. Foram coletados dados de 78 recém-nascidos, em uma maternidade de referência. A amostra foi estratificada em dois grupos, de acordo com a presença do diagnóstico de displasia broncopulmonar, sendo um grupo de prematuros com displasia broncopulmonar e outro sem. Foram analisados o tempo de transição alimentar e o método de alimentação na alta hospitalar de ambos os grupos. Resultados Houve diferença significativa no tempo de transição alimentar e no método de alimentação na alta hospitalar entre os grupos. Os recém-nascidos pré-termo com displasia broncopulmonar apresentaram média de 18,03 (± 5,5) dias de transição e saíram em uso de mamadeira. Conclusão O grupo com displasia broncopulmonar necessitou de maior tempo de transição alimentar e teve menor frequência de aleitamento materno exclusivo, em relação ao grupo sem o diagnóstico.

ABSTRACT Purpose To compare the time of food transition and the form of oral feeding at hospital discharge, between premature newborns diagnosed with bronchopulmonary dysplasia and premature newborns without the diagnosis. Methods Cross-sectional, retrospective study based on data collection from medical records. Data were collected from 78 newborns, in a reference maternity hospital, in which the sample was stratified into two groups according to the presence or absence of the diagnosis of bronchopulmonary dysplasia. The time of food transition and the feeding method at hospital discharge were analyzed for both groups. Results There was a significant difference in the time of food transition and in the feeding method at hospital discharge between the groups. Preterm newborns with bronchopulmonary dysplasia had an average of 18.03 (± 5.5) transition days and left using a bottle. Conclusion The group with bronchopulmonary dysplasia required a longer time of food transition and fewer ( of its ) infants had exclusive breastfeeding compared to the group without the diagnosis.

The Effect of COVID-19 on anxiety levels of mothers and changes in the nutritional behavior of their children / O efeito do COVID-19 nos níveis de ansiedade das mães e mudanças no comportamento nutricional de seus filhos

ABSTRACT Objective This study aimed to measure the anxiety levels of mothers during the pandemic period and to investigate the correlation between anxiety levels and children's eating behaviors in Turkey. Methods Mothers with children aged 3-6 years (n=303) living in Turkey were recruited from different social media channels until February and March 2021 due to the pandemic. Mothers completed an online questionnaire that included the Child Feeding Questionnaire, Beck Anxiety Inventory, and Coronavirus Anxiety Scale. Pearson correlation analysis and Kruskal-Wallis tests were applied to determine the existing relationship between the scales. Results Although 21.2% of mothers had moderate and severe anxiety, only 0.3% of mothers had coronavirus anxiety. No significant correlation was found between any of the Child Feeding Questionnaire subscales and anxiety levels evaluated according to Beck Anxiety Inventory. Only a correlation was observed between the Beck Anxiety Inventory score and Coronavirus Anxiety Scale score (r=0.47, p<0.001). Conclusion Although coronavirus anxiety was found in a small group in our study, more comprehensive studies are needed to see the effect of the anxiety created by the pandemic on child nutrition. Considering that human beings will face various pandemics in the coming years, the negative effects of the pandemic on the individual should be determined and precautions should be taken. In this way, it can be ensured that future generations are healthy in all aspects.

RESUMO Objetivo Este estudo teve como objetivo medir os níveis de ansiedade das mães durante o período de pandemia e investigar a correlação entre os níveis de ansiedade e os comportamentos alimentares das crianças na Turquia. Métodos Mães com filhos de 3 a 6 anos (n=303) residentes na Turquia foram recrutadas em diferentes canais de mídia social até fevereiro e março de 2021 devido à pandemia. As mães preencheram um questionário online que incluía o Child Feeding Questionnaire, Beck Anxiety Inventory, e a Coronavirus Anxiety Scale. A análise de correlação de Pearson e os testes de Kruskal-Wallis foram aplicados para determinar a relação existente entre as escalas. Resultados Embora 21,2% das mães tivessem ansiedade moderada e grave, apenas 0,3% das mães tinham ansiedade por coronavírus. Não foi encontrada correlação significativa entre nenhum dos subfatores do Child Feeding Questionnaire e os níveis de ansiedade avaliados de acordo com o Beck Anxiety Inventory. Apenas uma corre Conclusão Embora a ansiedade por coronavírus tenha sido encontrada em um pequeno grupo em nosso estudo, são necessários estudos mais abrangentes para ver o efeito da ansiedade criada pela epidemia na nutrição infantil. Considerando que os seres humanos enfrentarão várias epidemias nos próximos anos, os efeitos negativos da epidemia sobre o indivíduo devem ser determinados e precauções devem ser tomadas. Dessa forma, pode-se garantir que as gerações futuras sejam saudáveis em todos os aspectos.

Feeding development of children with microcephaly: a descriptive study / Desenvolvimento alimentar de crianças com microcefalia: estudo descritivo

ABSTRACT Purpose: to describe feeding characteristics of children with microcephaly, encompassing the feeding route, food consistencies, and utensils used to feed them. Methods: a descriptive study approved by the Research Ethics Committee, including 34 caregivers of children diagnosed with microcephaly. They answered a structured interview on the children's feeding route, breastfeeding, utensils used to feed them, and the food consistencies, besides sociodemographic and overall development data. Descriptive statistical analyses were performed, presenting absolute and percentage frequencies and measures of central tendency and dispersion. Results: the 34 caregivers in the sample were responsible for 34 children born between 2015 and 2018, diagnosed with microcephaly, due to various causes. Of these, 33 (97.02%) were on oral feeding in their first year of life - 26 (76.44%) on breastfeeding, nine of which (26.46%) exclusively so until 6 months old. The children were served food in baby bottles, cups, spoons, and syringes. Pureed food was the consistency most accepted by the children. Conclusions: there was a low prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding until they were 6 months old, delayed progress of consistencies, use of utensils inadequate to their age, and necessary adaptations to feed children, orally.

RESUMO Objetivo: descrever características relacionadas à alimentação de crianças com microcefalia, considerando via de alimentação, consistência e utensílios utilizados. Métodos: estudo descritivo, aprovado pelo Comitê de Ética em Pesquisa. Participaram 34 cuidadores de crianças com diagnóstico de microcefalia. Foi realizada entrevista estruturada com os cuidadores quanto à via de alimentação, amamentação, utensílios para oferta e consistência do alimento, além de aspectos sociodemográficos e de desenvolvimento global. Foi realizada análise estatística descritiva, apresentada por meio de frequências absoluta e percentual, e medidas de posição e dispersão. Resultados: os 34 cuidadores que compuseram a amostra eram responsáveis por 34 crianças nascidas entre os anos de 2015 e 2018 com diagnóstico de microcefalia de causas diversas. Dessas, 33 (97,02%) alimentaram-se por via oral durante o primeiro ano de vida, sendo que 26 (76,44%) foram amamentadas, nove delas (26,46%) de forma exclusiva até o sexto mês. Para oferta do alimento foram utilizados mamadeira, copo, colher e seringa. A consistência alimentar mais aceita pelas crianças foi a pastosa. Conclusões: observa-se baixa prevalência de aleitamento materno exclusivo até o sexto mês, atraso na progressão de consistências, uso de utensílios inadequados para a idade e necessidade de adaptações para as crianças que se mantiveram em alimentação por via oral.

Percepción del método Baby Led Weaning por parte de las familias y de los profesionales de Enfermería / Perception of the Baby-Led Weaning method by families and nursing professionals

Objetivo: describir el conocimiento acerca del método Baby Led Weaning (BLW), así como las ventajas y los inconvenientes entre los profesionales de Enfermería y su aplicación en la práctica clínica; e identificar el perfil de las familias que utilizan el método, así como la forma de llevarlo a cabo y la satisfacción con el mismo. Método: estudio descriptivo transversal en profesionales de Enfermería de Atención Primaria y Especializada de Aragón, y en progenitores que habían realizado el taller “Aprender a comer solito” en el Centro de Salud del Arrabal de Zaragoza. Para la recogida de los datos se utilizaron cuestionarios ad hoc autoadministrados a través de Google Forms®. Resultados: el 92,6% de los profesionales conocía el BLW; el punto fuerte que obtuvo mayor porcentaje (83,4%) fue que el BLW permitía al bebé experimentar y conocer los alimentos, siendo el punto débil más prevalente el riesgo de atragantamiento (67,6%). Las familias que habían realizado el BLW recomendarían efectuar el método en un 94,4%; destacaron, con un 88,9% como punto fuerte: “Método más natural que facilita el paso de la lactancia materna exclusiva a una alimentación complementaria”, y como punto débil, con un 77,8%: “Falta de tiempo”. Conclusiones: el BLW es un método ampliamente conocido por los profesionales de Enfermería, aunque se han encontrado barreras en su recomendación en la práctica diaria, especialmente ligadas al riesgo de atragantamiento. Las familias destacaron la autonomía y diversión que el método proporcionaba al bebé, así como la naturalidad en la transición a alimentos, manifestando un alto grado de satisfacción del método BLW y considerándolo recomendable.(AU)

Objective: to describe the awareness among Nursing professionals regarding the Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) method, as well as its advantages and drawbacks and its application in clinical practice; and to identify the profile of families using this method, as well as the way to conduct it and the level of satisfaction with it. Method: a descriptive cross-sectional study among Primary and Specialized Care Nursing professionals in Aragon, and among parents who participated in the “Aprender a comer solito” (“Learning to eat on your own”) workshop in the Arrabal Primary Care Centre in Zaragoza. Self-administered ad hoc questionnaires were used for data collection, through Google forms®. Results: there was awareness of BLW in 92% of professionals; the strength with the highest rate (83.4%) was that BLW allowed babies to experiment and get to know foods, while the most prevalent weakness was the risk of choking (67.6%). Families who had conducted BLW would recommend the method on a 94.4%; they highlighted as a strength, with 88.9%, “A more natural method which allows moving from exclusive breastfeeding to complementary diet”, and as a weakness, with 77.8%, “Lack of time”. Conclusions: BLW is a method widely known by Nursing professionals, though barriers have been found for its recommendation in daily practice, particularly linked to the risk of choking. Families highlighted the autonomy and enjoyment that the method provided to babies, as well as a natural transition to foods, stating a high level of satisfaction with the BLW method and considering it recommendable.(AU)

Evaluation of Intestinal Microbial Metabolites in Preterm Infants with Different Initial Feeding Methods by In Vitro Fermentation Modeling System.

We aim to explore the intestinal microbial metabolites in preterm infants with noninvasive methods and analyze the effects of initial feeding methods. Preterm infants with gestational weeks lower than 34 were recruited for fecal sample collection every 7 days. Fecal pH, ammonia, bile acid, and secretory IgA (sIgA) were tested. A 1:10 fecal slurry was inoculated into different culture media containing different carbohydrates as the only carbon source: lactose (LAT), fructooligosaccharide (FOS), galactooligosaccharide (GOS), and 2'-fucosyllactose (FL2). After 24 h of anaerobic culture through an in vitro fermentation system, air pressure difference, carbohydrate degradation rate, and short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) content in fermentation pots were measured. Preterm infants were assigned into two groups: group A, preterm infants fed by human milk, including mother's own milk and donor human milk (DHM); group B, preterm infants fed by preterm formula at first 3 days and fed by human milk (including mother's own milk and DHM) from day 4 to discharge. Group A included 90 samples and group B included 70 samples. Group A had lower fecal pH (p = 0.023), ammonia (p = 0.001), and bile acids (p = 0.025). Group B also had higher fecal sIgA levels, both in OD (p = 0.046) and concentration (p < 0.0001) methods. Carbohydrates degradation rates in group A were higher than group B, especially in LAT medium (p = 0.017) and GOS medium (p = 0.005). Gas production amount had no significant difference in all four media. Several different SCFAs in four kinds of different culture media in group A were higher than in group B, but valeric acid was lower in group A. The initial feeding methods may affect the preterm infants' intestinal microecology and microbial metabolites for at least several weeks.

Factors Associated With Exclusive Direct Breastfeeding in the First 3 Months.

OBJECTIVE: To identify factors associated with exclusive direct breastfeeding in the first 3 months among mother and infant dyads living in the United States. DESIGN: A secondary analysis of data collected using a cross-sectional online survey completed over a 4-month period in late 2019. PARTICIPANTS: We recruited a convenience sample of 370 mothers with healthy full-term singleton infants between 1 and 12 weeks of age whose feeding methods consisted of direct breastfeeding at least once a day. Mothers had not returned to work/school at the time of the survey completion. MEASUREMENTS: The questionnaire consisted of 34 questions about maternal and infant factors that influence decisions about infant feeding, professional support, and parental preferences. RESULTS: Mothers who practiced feeding on demand (adjusted OR [aOR] = 35.76, 95% confidence interval [CI] [2.04, 500.00]) and mothers of infants 1 to 4 weeks of age (aOR = 2.74, 95% CI [1.54, 4.85]) were more likely to use exclusive direct breastfeeding. The odds of exclusive direct breastfeeding decreased with mothers who breastfed with a nipple shield while in the hospital/birth center/home (aOR = 0.13, 95% CI [0.05, 0.35]), used pacifiers (aOR = 0.31, 95% CI [0.21, 0.65]), or had perceptions of insufficient milk (aOR = 0.11, 95% CI [0.04, 0.26]). CONCLUSION: Demand feeding and an infant's age of 1 to 4 weeks contributed to exclusive direct breastfeeding. Lower rates of exclusive direct breastfeeding were associated with the use of nipple shields immediately after birth, pacifier use, and perceptions of insufficient milk. Further investigation is warranted to fully differentiate exclusive direct breastfeeding from exclusive breastfeeding.

Plastic bottle feeding produces changes in biochemical parameters in human infants - A pilot study.

BACKGROUND: Plastic bottles are widely used by people to feed their infants when breastfeeding is not possible. Bisphenol A (BPA), an endocrine disruptor is widely used in the manufacturing of plastic wares and is leached out from these plastic wares on exposure to high temperature, changed pH, or cleaning the plastic wares by harsh detergents. PURPOSE: Feeding through plastic bottles over prolong duration is expected to expose the infants to leached BPA. Hence the present study was taken up to compare the effects of breastfeeding and plastic bottle feeding on biochemical parameters in infants and also detect for the presence of free BPA or its metabolite in the infants. METHODS: Biochemical tests like lipid profile, liver function tests, creatine-kinase-MB (CK-MB), serum urea, serum electrolytes were performed on blood samples obtained from infants who were breastfed and plastic bottle fed. Further, plasma and urine samples of the infants were subjected to Liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry analysis for detecting free BPA and BPA glucuronide. RESULTS: Biochemical changes in form of raised triglycerides, cholesterol, low-density lipoproteins, very low-density lipoproteins and increase in CK-MB, serum urea were observed in plastic bottle fed infants. BPA glucuronide was also detected in the urine of these infants. Free BPA was not detected in plasma or urine samples of the infants except in one plasma sample from bottle-fed group. CONCLUSION: Plastic bottle feeding may lead to toxic changes in the functioning of organs which manifest as altered biochemical parameters.