A Primary Care-Based Early Childhood Nutrition Intervention: Evaluation of a Pilot Program Serving Low-Income Hispanic Women

Top Things to Know

Comprehensive support services, that include produce prescription, can improve both maternal and infant health outcomes.

Highlights the importance of addressing nutritional needs during pregnancy and early childhood.

Demonstrates the feasibility and benefits of incorporating nutrition interventions into primary care settings.

Summary of Conclusion/Findings

The study evaluated a primary care-based early childhood nutrition intervention targeting low-income Hispanic women. The program provided vouchers for fruits and vegetables, nutrition and cooking classes, and lactation counseling. Results showed significant improvements in maternal diet, exercise, and depression among participants, with higher breastfeeding rates and better infant developmental outcomes compared to a control group.