Abstract
ObjectiveTo describe and compare obesity prevention practices related to physical activity and beverages in home- and center-based child care programs. MethodsA telephone survey of licensed home- and center-based child care programs in Florida, Massachusetts, Michigan, and Washington between October and December 2008. ResultsMost programs reported almost universal access to outdoor play areas and staff who frequently engage in and lead physical activities. About half of the programs reported ≤ 60 minutes of outdoor play time per day for preschoolers. Fewer home-based programs offered a variety of fixed and portable play equipment. Over a third of the programs did not have adequate indoor space for all physical activities. Over two thirds of programs offered juice 3 or 4 times per week or more. Conclusions and ImplicationsMany child care programs could increase active opportunities (by increasing outdoor time and providing better spaces for indoor physical activity) and decrease juice provision.
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