Feeding at 6-12 months in infants with CHD

In this study of 30 infants with CHD, delayed acquisition of feeding skills and problematic feeding behaviors were common. At 6 months, 95% of infants had delayed feeding skills and 90% of infants had problematic feeding behaviors. Feeding difficulties improved between 6 and 12 months, but at 12 months, 30% continued to have delayed feeding skills and 38% continued to meet criteria for problematic feeding behaviors. Infants with more symptoms of gastrointestinal distress and gastroesophageal reflux had more problematic feeding behaviors.

Authors: Britt Pados & Tondi Harrison

Publication information: Cardiology in the Young, doi: 10.1017/S1047951122003298

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