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Publication Date

July 1, 2007

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Journal Article

Preschooler Feeding Practices and Beliefs: Differences Among Spanish- and English-speaking WIC Clients

By Seth J, Evans A, Harris K, Loyo J, Ray T, Spaulding C, Gottlieb N

Abstract

This study explored preschooler feeding practices and beliefs among Spanish– and English-speaking WIC participants in Texas. The Preschooler Feeding Questionnaire examined 9 dimensions of the parent-child feeding interaction among 235 caregivers. Results from ANOVA and post hoc analyses demonstrated significant differences in reported preschooler feeding practices and beliefs among Spanish-speaking Hispanics in comparison with English-speaking Hispanics and non-Hispanics. No significant differences were found between English-speaking Hispanics and non-Hispanics. Results indicated that acculturation may impact behaviors apart from ethnicity. Nutrition professionals should understand and acknowledge the cultural context of the parent-child feeding interaction when developing programs.

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Date Added
March 16, 2018

Citation
Seth J, Evans A, Harris K, Loyo J, Ray T, Spaulding C, Gottlieb N (2007) Preschooler Feeding Practices and Beliefs: Differences Among Spanish- and English-speaking WIC Clients. Family & Community Health: Vol. 30, Issue 3, pp. 257-270. Available online: https://journals.lww.com/familyandcommunityhealth/pages/articleviewer.aspx?year=2007&issue=07000&article=00011&type=abstract