Scope: Research

Lessons Learned From a Feasibility Study Delivered in 2 WIC Sites to Promote Physical Activity Among Pregnant Latinas

Abstract Objective: To assess the feasibility, including demand for and acceptability of a physical activity (PA) intervention among pregnant Latinas recruited at the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, […]

Weight Loss After Pregnancy: Challenges and Opportunities

Abstract It is important to pay attention to weight management before and between pregnancies, as women have an increased risk of weight gain during the reproductive years. Having a baby […]

Breastfeeding Discontinuation Not Associated with Maternal Pregravid BMI But Associated with Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander Race in Hawaii and Puerto Rico WIC Participants

Abstract Objectives: This study investigated the association between maternal pregravid body mass index (BMI) and breastfeeding discontinuation at 4–6 months postpartum in Hawaii and Puerto Rico participants from the Special […]

Exploring how Brazilian Immigrant Mothers Living in the USA Obtain Information about Physical Activity and Screen Time for their Preschool-Aged Children: A Qualitative Study

Abstract Objective: To explore how Brazilian-born immigrant mothers living in the USA obtain information about physical activity (PA) and screen time (ST) behaviours for their preschool-aged children. Research design Focus […]

Women from Racial or Ethnic Minority and Low Socioeconomic Backgrounds Receive More Prenatal Education: Results from the 2012 to 2014 Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System

Abstract Background: Racial or ethnic and socioeconomic disparities in adverse birth outcomes are well known, but few studies have examined disparities in the receipt of prenatal health education. The objectives […]

Racial Differences in Breastfeeding Initiation Among Participants in a Midwestern Public Health District

Abstract Purpose: Although variations in breastfeeding initiation are well documented, the contributing role of maternal race remains poorly understood, especially among the multiracial—two or more races—population. The purpose of this study […]

Short Interpregnancy Intervals and Adverse Pregnancy Outcomes by Maternal Age in the United States

Abstract Purpose: The purpose of the article was to examine the association between short interpregnancy intervals and adverse outcomes by maternal age among U.S. women. Methods: Using publicly available natality […]

Diet Quality of US Infants and Toddlers 7-24 Months Old in the WIC Infant and Toddler Feeding Practices Study-2

Abstract Background: Despite the important implications of childhood dietary intakes on lifelong eating habits and health, data are lacking on the diet quality of low-income infants and toddlers. Objective: The […]

The Influence of Foodstore Access on Grocery Shopping and Food Spending

Abstract Low access to food retailers selling healthy and affordable foods may lead to reliance on food retail venues that carry a limited range of foods. Reliance on smaller retail […]

The Effect of the WIC Program on Consumption Patterns in the Cereal Category

Abstract The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federally-funded food assistance program for low income participants who are at nutritional risk. Beneficiaries receive vouchers […]