The growth and development of infants during the first two years of life are greatly influenced by nutrition. Meeting basic nutritional requirements is vital for proper and optimal growth and development, both physically and mentally. Many factors have influenced the rate of breastfeeding and the proper timing of complementary feed introduction. Some of these factors include poverty, world wars, the influx of women into the workforce, and the development of commercial infant formula. This book presents a comprehensive overview of infant and young child feeding. Chapters address breastfeeding programs, infant feeding in developing countries, breastfeeding during the COVID-19 pandemic, and the safety and physiological effects of the formula.
Edited by:
Isam Jaber AL-Zwaini, Haider Hadi AL-Musawi Imprint: IntechOpen Country of Publication: United Kingdom Dimensions:
Height: 260mm,
Width: 180mm,
ISBN:9781803557892 ISBN 10: 1803557893 Pages: 128 Publication Date:17 August 2022 Audience:
Professional and scholarly
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Undergraduate
Format:Hardback Publisher's Status: Active