History Of Low Birth Weight Research Articles

Perinatal risk factors and neurocognitive outcomes in children and adolescents with sickle cell disease.

The literature on cognitive and academic outcomes for children with sickle cell disease (SCD) who experience perinatal risk factors is limited. We aimed to evaluate if low birthweight (LBW), gestational age, and history of neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) admission were associated with neurocognitive functioning, grade retention, or receipt of early intervention or formal educational support in children with SCD. This prospective birth cohort study included 336 participants, ages 8-18, with SCD, who received cognitive testing as part of standard of care and whose caregivers completed behavioral rating scales. Multivariable generalized linear regression models were used to examine associations between perinatal risks and outcome variables, after adjusting for demographic and medical covariates. The prevalence of NICU admission and LBW were 12.03% and 13.50%, respectively. Lower birthweight, earlier gestational age, and NICU admission were associated with worse working memory performance and receipt of early intervention services. Lower birthweight and NICU admission were also associated with slower processing speed. History of NICU admission was associated with caregiver ratings of hyperactivity and emotional dysregulation. The effects of perinatal risk factors on neurocognitive, academic, or educational outcomes were not dependent on SCD genotype. History of LBW or NICU admission was associated with worse cognitive outcomes and increased use of early intervention services among children with SCD. Early identification of perinatal risk factors will help identify children who will benefit from formal developmental or neuropsychological evaluations to manage the comorbidity of SCD and perinatal risks and facilitate increased intervention.

PENGARUH PIJAT BAYI TERHADAP PENINGKATAN BERAT BADAN BAYI DENGAN RIWAYAT BBLR

According to World Health Organization guidelines, low birth weight (LBW) refers to a birth weight of less than 2500 grams. It is one of the leading causes of infant mortality in Indonesia and globally. Baby massage is one method that may be used to help a baby gain weight if they have a history of LBW. The purpose of the study is to examine the impact of infant massage at the DIANA District KUALA clinic on the rise in baby weight in those with a history of BBLR who are between the ages of three and four months. Pre-experimental in nature, this kind of study uses a single grub prestest-posttest design. The sample approach employed in this study is complete sampling, and the group includes infants with a history of LBW as young as 3–4 months old and up to 8 newborns. This study instrument uses questionnaires, with the dependent variable being the infant's weight reduction with a history of low birth weight (LBW) at ages three to four months and the independent variable being baby massage. Editing, coding, tabulating, and Wilcoxon statistical tests are all used in data management. The findings of this study demonstrated that the improvement of a baby's body with a history of LBW age 3–4 months after receiving a massage all good, that is, 8 people (100%) and the increase in baby weight with a history of LBW age 3–4 months who has not received a baby massage as a large is not good. Ha was approved based on the results of the Wilcoxon statistical tests, which revealed a significant value of p value = 0.001 < α (0.05). The study's findings indicates that infant massage may have an impact on a baby's rise in weight if the baby has a history of low birth weight (LBW) in KLINIK Bidan Neri Kec. Sunggal Kab. Deli Serdang Tahun 2023.

DETERMINANT FACTORS RELATED TO THE INCIDENT OF STUNTING IN CHILDREN AGED 24-59 MONTHS IN ALAI SELATAN VILLAGE WORKING AREA OF ALAI PUSKESMAS UPT MERANTI ISLAND DISTRICT

Stunting is a condition of hindered child growth, which can be attributed to various factors, including a history of low birth weight (LBW), exclusive breastfeeding practices, and the cleanliness of the environment. The primary objective of this research is to pinpoint the factors associated with stunting among children aged 24-59 months in South Alai Village, which falls under the jurisdiction of UPT Puskesmas Alai in Kepulauan Meranti Regency. The data collection period for this study spanned from May 29 to June 20, 2023, and it involved the use of questionnaires and stadiometer measurements. The research design is analytical, utilizing a cross-sectional approach, with data analysis encompassing both univariate and bivariate analyses, including the Chi-Square test.The univariate analysis revealed the following statistics: out of the total sample, 53 toddlers (73%) did not exhibit signs of stunting, 69 toddlers (95%) were never born with LBW, 71 toddlers (97%) received exclusive breastfeeding, and 68 toddlers (93%) resided in environments characterized by satisfactory sanitation conditions. The results of the Chi-Square test, however, indicated that there is no significant relationship between a history of LBW, exclusive breastfeeding practices, environmental sanitation conditions, and the occurrence of stunting (p-value = 1.000).In summary, the majority of children aged 24-59 months in South Alai Village have not experienced LBW, received exclusive breastfeeding, and lived in environments with adequate sanitation. Consequently, there is no noteworthy association between a history of LBW, exclusive breastfeeding practices, environmental sanitation conditions, and the incidence of stunting in these children. The findings from this study are anticipated to enhance mothers' awareness regarding the significance of exclusive breastfeeding practices, appropriate nutrition for children beyond six months of age, and the importance of maintaining a clean environment to prevent the risk of stunting, particularly among toddlers. Mothers of toddlers are encouraged to improve their understanding of stunting, pay attention to their child's nutritional status, and regularly take their toddler to the local integrated health post (Posyandu) for growth and developmental monitoring.

CORRELATION BETWEEN LBW HISTORY AND STUNTING INCIDENCE: A LITERATURE REVIEW

Background: Indonesia is facing a significant nutrition problem characterized by a high prevalence of undernutrition cases. Malnutrition is a consequence of poor nutritional status. Stunting is one form of malnutrition associated with a history of inadequate nutrient intake, making it a chronic nutritional problem. One potential factor affecting child growth is a history of low birth weight (LBW). The study aims to analyze the correlation between a history of LBW (Low Birth Weight) and the occurrence of stunting. Method: This research used a literature review study design, using secondary data sourced from electronic databases, consisting of 111 Pubmed articles, 518 Google Scholar articles, and 138 Science Direct articles. Article searches were conducted using keywords related to low birth weight for gestational age, stunting, and children, resulting in 15 relevant articles. The searches using these keywords are limited ( the last 10 years) and then screened according to inclusion and exclusion criteria. Result: Twelve of fifteen pieces of literature reinforce each other by finding low birth weight has a correlation with the occurrence of stunting. While some studies have confirmed a significant correlation between LBW and stunting, other studies have not found any such link. This suggests that the relationship between LBW and stunting is intricate, and there may be other factors that contribute to the occurrence of stunting. Conclusion: A history of LBW (Low Birth Weight) is a contributing factor in the occurrence of stunting in children.

Associations between Birth Weight and Adult Sleep Characteristics: A Cross-Sectional Analysis from the UAEHFS.

Abnormal birth weight, particularly low birth weight (LBW), is known to have long-term adverse health consequences in adulthood, with disrupted sleep being suggested as a mediator or modifier of this link. We thus aimed to assess the associations between birth weight and self-reported adult sleep characteristics: sleep duration, difficulty waking up in the morning, daily nap frequency, sleep problems at night, snoring, daytime tiredness or sleepiness, and ever-stop breathing during sleep. This cross-sectional analysis used the United Arab Emirates Healthy Future Study data collected from February 2016 to March 2023 involving 2124 Emiratis aged 18-61 years. We performed a Poisson regression under unadjusted and age-sex-and-BMI-adjusted models to obtain the risk ratio and its 95% confidence interval for our analysis of the association between birth weight and each adult sleep characteristics, compared to individuals with normal birth weight (≥2.5 kg). Those with LBW had significantly a 17% increased risk of difficulty waking up in the morning, compared to those with normal birth weight. In addition, females with LBW history were also at an increased risk of reporting difficulty waking up in the morning. Studies with objective sleep assessments that include measurements of more confounding factors are recommended to confirm these risks.

Epigenetic Regulation Interplays with Endometriosis Pathogenesis in Low-Birth-Weight Patients via the Progesterone Receptor B-VEGF-DNMT1 Axis.

Low birth weight (LBW) is a risk factor associated with endometriosis. Our study aimed to analyze the risk of endometriosis in women with a LBW history and the relationships of progesterone receptor B (PR-B) gene promoter methylation, DNA methyltransferase-1 (DNMT1) expression, PR-B expression, and vascular endothelial growth factors (VEGF) with endometriosis. This study was conducted in two stages, a retrospective case-control design and a cross-sectional design, with 52 cases of endometriosis and 30 controls, which were further subdivided into LBW and non-LBW groups, at Hasan Sadikin General Hospital and its hospital networks from October 2017 to August 2021. Menstrual blood was taken from subjects and analyzed using pyrosequencing techniques to assess DNA methylation, while q-RT PCR was used to assess gene expression. There were significant differences in PR-B methylation, DNMT1 expression, PR-B expression, and VEGF expression (p < 0.001) between the case and control groups. There was a significant negative correlation between PR-B methylation and PR-B expression (r = -0.558; p = 0.047). Based on a multiple logistic analysis, the most dominant factor affecting endometriosis incidence is PR-B (OR 10.40, 95% CI 3.24-33.4, R2 = 45.8). We found that patients with a low birth weight history had a 1.41-times-higher risk of developing endometriosis (95% CI 0.57-3.49, p = 0.113), although the relationship was not statistically significant. Endometriosis is associated with PR-B gene promoter hypermethylation, decreased PR-B expression, and increased DNMT1 and VEGF expression. The methylation of PR-B is the most dominant factor affecting endometriosis incidence.

Impact of antenatal depressive and anxiety symptoms on adverse birth outcomes in Baghdad, Iraq: a prospective cohort study

Background: Psychiatric symptoms are common during pregnancy, potentially leading to an increased risk of adverse birth outcomes. Studies assessing the impact of depression and/or anxiety on adverse birth outcomes in Iraq are currently lacking. This study aims to&#x0D; &#x0D; determine whether depression and/or anxiety is independently associated with preterm birth (PTB) and low birth weight (LBW).&#x0D; Methods: A prospective cohort study included 352 pregnant women from outpatient clinics of Al-Yarmouk hospital and private clinics in Baghdad, Iraq from March 2021 to February 2022 using a convenience sampling. They were screened for depression using Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) during pregnancy and followed up to assess adverse birth outcomes. Multivariable logistic regression was used to determine predictors associated with adverse birth outcomes.&#x0D; Results: The prevalence of PTB and LBW was 7.7% and 11.6%, respectively. After adjustment of all potential sociodemographic, clinical and obstetric confounders, depression was independently associated with giving birth to LBW neonate (odd ratio (OR):3.64; 95% confidence interval (CI) 1.70, 7.79), but not PTB. Prevalence of LBW in depressed was 21.2% compared to 7.7% for non-depressed. LBW was also associated with a history of LBW and PTB. In contrast, anxiety did not seem to affect birth outcomes.&#x0D; Conclusion: Depression during pregnancy, regardless of the trimester, is independently associated with a higher likelihood of giving birth to LBW neonates (OR: 3.64; 95% CI 1.70, 7.79). Effective interventions that target maternal depression are vital to decrease morbidity and mortality associated with LBW.

Obstetric Determinants of Birth Weight Status of Babies Born at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya

Background: Low birth weight (LBW) is a serious public health problem, especially in developing countries. Globally, 15.5% of all births are born LBW and 95.6% of them are in developing countries. In Kenya, 8% of babies are born LBW and at Jaramogi Oginga Odinga Teaching and Referral Hospital (JOOTRH), it is 11.1%. Despite several efforts such as antenatal care services put in place to improve the quality of maternal and child health, the rates of LBW are still high. LBW is a major cause of mortality and morbidity in infants. Objective: The objective of this study was to assess obstetric determinants of the birth weight status of babies born at JOOTRH, Kenya. Materials and Methods: This was a cross-sectional study with a sample size of 131 babies plus their mothers from a total population of 538 deliveries during the study period. Systematic random sampling was used to select the respondents. Data was collected using a questionnaire and record review checklist. Data analysis was done using descriptive statistics and inferential statistics, specifically logistic regression. Result: The study results showed that the prevalence of LBW was 13.7%. LBW was strongly associated with a birth interval of &lt; 24 months (AOR = 13.722), hypertension (AOR = 11.753), previous history of LBW (COR = 14.0), and gestation at birth (COR = 3.75). Gravidity, previous history of miscarriage and gestation at which antenatal visits started had no association with LBW. Conclusion: The prevalence of LBW is 13.7%, higher than the national rate of 8% and statistically significant with a Z score of 2.398, p = 0.016. The birth interval of &lt; 24 months, hypertension, previous history of LBW, and gestation at birth influenced the occurrence of LBW. Focused antenatal care to ensure early detection and management of high-risk pregnancies and educate pregnant mothers on the birth spacing of more than two years between two successive pregnancies to allow replenishment of nutrient stores is important in reducing LBW.

Factors Related to Stunting in Toddlers in Central Cigugur

Stunting is a problem associated with chronic malnutrition which can occur in the first 1000 days of life. The causes of stunting can include a history of low birth weight (LBW), non-exclusive breastfeeding, or infectious diseases. Few studies have examined the factors associated with stunting in Indonesia. This study therefore aimed to investigate the relationship between stunting and the history of infection, LBW, and exclusive breastfeeding in Central Cigugur Health Center in Indonesia. This was an observational comparative cross-sectional study. 44 cases and 44 controls were selected using random sampling. Data were collected using a questionnaire and microtoise, and univariate and bivariate analyses were conducted using the Chi-square test. The results showed that 69 children under five (78.4%) did not have a history of LBW, 56 children (63.6%) had a history of non-exclusive breastfeeding, and 64 children under five (72.7%) had a history of frequent infections. There was a relationship between the incidence of stunting and a history of LBW, exclusive breastfeeding and infectious disease (OR = 7.810, p = 0.002; OR = 5.400, p = 0.001; and OR = 5.928, p = 0.002; respectively). Having a history of LBW was associated with the highest risk of stunting in toddlers. These findings can be used to support stunting eradication strategic planning.&#x0D; Keywords: LBW, infection, exclusive breastfeeding, stunting

Relationship between LBW and the incidence of stunting in toddlers aged 1-3 years at the Minasa Upa Health Center, Rappocini district

Background: Stunting is a long-term effect of chronic malnutrition that causes disturbances in a person's physical growth which is characterized by a decrease in growth speed. Unbalanced food intake, LBW (Low Birth Weight Babies), and a history of the disease are the three main factors that play a role in the incidence of stunting. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between a history of LBW and the incidence of stunting for toddlers aged 1-3 years at the Minasa Upa Health Center in 2019. Methods: This research is a quantitative study with an observational approach, using a cross-sectional method. Samples were taken by the purposive sampling method. The number of samples is 134 children with the mother of the child as the respondent. The data were processed and analyzed using the Chi-square p&lt;0.05 test in the SPSS program. Results: The results showed that there was a significant relationship between a history of low birth weight and stunting (p = 0.000) with an OR value of 18.8 which means that children aged 1-3 years who have a history of low birth weight have a risk of 18.8 times experiencing stunting. Interventions that focus on maternal and child health care are needed to reduce the risk of babies with low birth weight and stunting, as well as raise awareness of mothers about the importance of good nutrition for mothers and their children. Conclusion: Based on this study, it can be concluded that there is a relationship between a history of LBW and the incidence of stunting in toddlers 1-3 years at the Minasa Upa Public Health Centre.

How Does Birth Weight Affect the Development of Preschool Children? A Cross-Sectional Study

Child development needs to regularly monitored to know that children are developing according to their age stage. A history of low birth weight (LBW) can increase the risk of impaired child development, but it is worth noting that child development is determined by many factors, one of which is the environment. This study aimed to examine the relationship between history of LBW and the development of preschool age children (aged 3-5 years). This was a descriptive correlation study with a cross-sectional design. 80 children of the total 100 population were involved, which consisted of preschool children in a rural village in Indonesia. There were 29 children (36.3%) with a history of LBW who were at an appropriate developmental stage, and nine children (11.3%) were at a doubtful developmental stage. There were 31 children (38.8%) who did not have a history of LBW who were at an appropriate developmental stage and 11 (13.8%) who were at a doubtful developmental stage. The p-value obtained was 0.779. Therefore, there was no relationship between a history of LBW and the development of preschool age children (aged 3-5 years). A higher proportion of children with a history of normal birth were at a doubtful developmental stage than of those with a history of LBW. In addition, we found that the majority of boys aged four years required strong stimulation in gross motor skill development. Developmental optimization through play stimulation should be done in all areas of child development regardless of birth weight history.&#x0D; Keywords: birth weight history, child development, preschool age

Maternal Factors Associated With the Birth Weight of the Babies in a Rural Area of North Karnataka: A Cross Sectional Study

Introduction: Birth weight is a reliable indicator of intrauterine growth and is one of the major factors that determine child survival and its physical and mental development. There is no indicator in human biology which tells us so much about the past events and the future life, as the weight of an infant at birth. Low birth weight (LBW) is still a major public health problem in developing countries and majority of it is seen in Africa and Asia. The prevalence of LBW in India has although reduced over the past decade, but it still remains high in some of the states of the country. Objective: To estimate the prevalence of Low birth weight and to study the maternal factors associated with it. Method: A Cross-sectional study was conducted in a village of north Karnataka from December 2015 to May 2017. Sample size calculated was 337. The study participants comprised of postnatal mothers with singleton live born baby. Weight of the newborn was recorded. Chi square test was used to find the association. Results: The prevalence of LBW was found to be 21.1%. A number of factors such as mother’s age, height, number of hours of rest, tobacco consumption, passive smoking, gravidity, parity, previous history of LBW, time of antenatal care (ANC) registration, haemoglobin, bad obstetric history, type of delivery and gestational age at delivery were found to be significantly associated with LBW. Conclusion: Adverse pregnancy outcome is the result of a multiple factors. Prevalence of LBW can be reduced by regular ANC, balanced diet and adequate rest during antenatal period, and avoiding tobacco consumption. Thus, it calls for overall improvement in the ANC.

Prevalence of suspected Developmental Coordination Disorder and its association with preterm and low birth weight in 5–10-year old children

BackgroundDevelopmental Coordination Disorder (DCD) is a chronic neurodevelopmental disorder that results in difficulty in motor coordination observed in school-going children that interferes with classroom performance. Suspected DCD (S-DCD) children may show poor motor, as well as academic performance at school, and hence the present study aimed to find out the prevalence of S-DCD in children of age 5–10 years in central India and to find its association with preterm and/or low birth weight (LBW). MethodA total of 716 normal school-going children of age 5–10 years (both genders) were included in the study from four schools of the city by stratified sampling method. Children with any diagnosed neurological, orthopedic, rheumatologic, metabolic, cardiopulmonary, or psychological disorders were excluded. Data was collected using the parent-administered Developmental Coordination Disorder Questionnaire-2007 (DCDQ′07) and a parent/caregiver proforma. Children were sorted into three age subgroups (5–7.11 years, 8–9.11 years and 9–9.11 years). ResultPrevalence of S-DCD in 5–7.11 years (21.5%), 8–9.11years (23.9%) and is highest in 10–10.11 years (30.6%). Preterm children showed a higher prevalence of S-DCD (preterm: 29.54%, term: 23.10%). Children with LBW also showed a higher prevalence of S-DCD (30.15%) and among normal birth weight (21.43%). In children with both preterm and LBW history, the prevalence of suspected DCD was found to be 51.72%. ConclusionPrevalence of suspected DCD was found to be 23.9% in the 5–10 years age group. It was also observed that S-DCD is strongly associated with preterm, as well as low birth weight in children of age 5–10 years.

ANALISIS RIWAYAT BERAT BADAN LAHIR RENDAH (BBLR) DENGAN PERKEMBANGAN ANAK USIA BALITA: SISTEMATIC LITERATURE REVIEW

The prevalence of low birth weight (LBW) is 15% of all births in the world and mostly occurs in developing countries. Based on statistical analysis shows that 90% of LBW events occur in developing countries and the mortality rate reaches 35 times compared to babies born with normal weight. Long-term problems that can occur in children who have a history of LBW include growth and development. The purpose of the study was to determine the relationship between a history of LBW and the development of children under five. Systematic literature review was used in this study. The search strategy used 2 electronic databases, namely PubMed and Google Scholar and followed the PRISMA (Prefferes Reporting Items For Systematic Review And Meta Analyses) protocol, with a publication period of 2011-2020. There were 18 articles that matched the inclusion and exclusion criteria. The results of the study of research articles found that there was a relationship between a history of LBW and the development of children under five. The paper discusses development that includes gross motor, fine motor, speech and language development, as well as social and independent development. Based on the article review, besides being caused by low birth weight, development can also be influenced by several other factors including parental stimulation, nutrition, and the sex of the child. Children with a history of LBW are at greater risk of experiencing slower growth and development than infants with normal weight. The impact is the failure to grow and develop according to age. Families with babies who have a history of LBW are expected to always provide more optimal health efforts by utilizing health service facilities so that children can grow and develop properly.Abstrak dibuat maksimal terdiri dari 200 kata, meliputi tujuan, metode, hasil, pembahasan dan kesimpulan dilakukannya penelitian. Abstrak tidak boleh berisi tabel/gambar, tidak perlu mencantumkan sitasi. Hindari singkatan seminimal mungkin. (font: Times New Roman 10, cetak normal, posisi rata kanan kiri, bahasa latin dengan cetak miring, berbahasa Inggris).

Study of Phenomenology: The Experience of Meeting Nutritional Needs of Infants With Low Birth Weight (LBW) in Positive Deviance Families

Babies born with Low Birth Weight (LBW) are more prone to experiencing malnutrition problems. Efforts to prevent malnutrition in infants and toddlers can be done through the Positive Deviance approach. Positive Deviance is an individual or group (family) based approach by identifying positive behaviors that allow them to find better solutions to their problems. The purpose of this study was to determine the experience of fulfilling the nutritional needs of infants with a history of LBW in Positive Deviance families. The research design employed in this study was qualitative with a phenomenological approach. The main informants were Positive Deviance mothers, and the supporting informants consisted of Positive Deviance families, non-Positive Deviance mothers, and village midwives. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. Data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews and documentation studies. The results of this study reveal the experiences of families in fulfilling the nutritional needs of infants with a history of LBW including positive maternal behaviors. For example, Early Initiation of Breastfeeding (IMD), breastfeeding after childbirth, application of breastfeeding correct way to LBW babies, exclusive breastfeeding, complementary breastfeeding, and other efforts if the baby does not have an appetite. Thus, this study implies that positive habits of mothers and families can meet the nutritional needs of infants, especially in increasing the weight of LBW babies to achieve ideal body weight. Therefore, it is necessary to make efforts to make mothers and their Positive Deviance family role models in order to transmit positive habits to other families with babies in preventing malnutrition in infants with LBW history.

Birth weight and renal markers in children aged 5\u201310\u2009years in Cameroon: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundA relationship exists between birth weight (BW) and glomerular filtration rate (GFR) in postnatal kidney. Willing to fill a gap of knowledge in sub-Saharan Africa, we assessed the effect of BW on blood pressure (BP), proteinuria and GFR among Cameroonians children.MethodsThis was a cross-sectional hospital-based study from January to April 2018 at the Yaounde Gynaeco-Obstetric and Paediatric Hospital (YGOPH). We recruited low BW (LBW) [< 2500 g], normal BW (NBW) [2500-3999 g] and high BW (HBW) [> 4000 g] children, aged 5–10 years, born and followed-up at YGOPH. We collected socio-demographic, clinical (weight, height, BP), laboratory (proteinuria, creatinine), maternal and birth data. The estimated GFR was calculated using the Schwartz equation.ResultsWe included 80 children (61.2% boys) with 21 (26.2%) LBW, 45 (56.2%) NBW and 14 (15.5%) HBW; the median (interquartile range) age was 7.3 (6.3–8.1) years and 17 (21.2%) were overweight/obese. Two (2.5%) children, all with a NBW (4.4%), had an elevated BP whereas 2 (2.5%) other children, all with a LBW (9.5%), had hypertension (p = 0.233). Seven (8.7%) children had proteinuria with 19, 2.2 and 14.3% having LBW, NBW and HBW, respectively (p = 0.051). Equivalent figures were 18 (22.5%), 14.3, 24.2 and 28.6% for decreased GFR, respectively (p = 0.818). There was a trend towards an inverse relationship between BW and BP, proteinuria and GFR (p > 0.05).ConclusionProteinuria is more pronounced in childhood with a history of LBW and HBW while LBW children are more prone to develop hypertension. Regular follow-up is needed to implement early nephroprotective measures among children with abnormal BW.

Development Of Motor Ability In Children With Low Birth Weight History In Mamuju District

Improving the quality of Human Resources (HR) through stimulation of growth and development in children aged under two years (0-24 months), needs to be a priority concern of parents / caregivers considering this period is called the "golden age" or golden period, because brain development is very fast at two year old baby / BADUTA. Low Birth Weight (LBW) infants are at risk of growth and development disorders if LBW treatment and stimulation of development are not optimal and continuous. The research objective was to determine the development of Baduta motor skills with a history of LBW in the Regency. Descriptive research with the Cross Sectional Study approach. The study population was all Baduta with a history of LBW in Mamuju District, Mamuju District. The sample of this study was Baduta who had a history of low birth weight birth and lived in Mamuju District. the number of samples is 28 million, using the KPSP Pre Srining Development Questionnaire (KPSP) measuring gross motor development and fine motor development. The results showed that there were still 11 baduta (39.3%) unable to do gross motor skills and 5 baduta (17.9%) unable to do fine motor skills

Effects of the Mother’s Individual Stimulation on the Growth and Development of Infants With Low Birth Weight History

Introduction: Mothers can immediately recognize the strength of their child’s development process, thereby, providing early stimulation to the child’s physical, mental, and social aspects of growth and development. Therefore, mothers and their skills play a beneficial role in the child’s overall development and growth process. Objective: This study aimed to determine the effect of the mother’s independent stimulation on the growth and development of infants. Materials and Methods: This was a quasi-experimental study with a nonrandomized pretest-posttest design. The study population included mothers and their 0- to 12-month-old infants with a history of Low Birth Weight (LBW) who met the inclusion criteria. The study was conducted in Karang Pule Health Center’s service area in Mataram City, Indonesia. The length measuring tools and digital infant scale were used to measure the developmental factors. Also, the prescreening development questionnaire was used to assess the infants’ development. The frequency, mean, and standard deviation were used as descriptive statistical analysis, also, the Wilcoxon test was used for bivariate analysis. Results: The growth and developmental scores of the infants with LBW increased after receiving the independent stimulation from their mothers. The observed changes were as follows: The Mean±SD weight gain of 547.33±1459.40 g, the Mean±SD body length increase of 3.46±6.32 cm, the Mean±SD head circumference increase of 1.65±3.40 cm, and the Mean±SD infants’ development increase of 0.83±2.16 cm. Furthermore, the mother’s independent stimulation affected the growth (P=0.0001; body length, weight, and head circumference) and the development (P=0.04) of the infants with LBW history. Conclusion: Mother’s independent stimulation significantly influences the growth (body length, weight, and head circumference) and the development of infants with LBW history. Further studies in this area are recommended.

Predictors of Low Birth Weight at Lumbini Provincial Hospital, Nepal: A Hospital-Based Unmatched Case Control Study.

Background Low birth weight (LBW) is defined as the birth weight of live born infants below 2500 g, regardless of gestational age. It is a public health problem caused by factors that are potentially modifiable. The purpose of this study was to determine the socioeconomic, obstetric, and maternal factors associated with LBW in Lumbini Provincial Hospital, Nepal. Methods The study was conducted using case control study design with 1 : 2 case control ratio. A total of 105 cases and 210 controls were taken in this study. Data were entered on Epi data software version 3.1 and exported to Statistical Package for Social Science (SPSS) software version 25 for analysis. Characteristics of the sample were described using mean and standard deviation. Bivariate analysis was done to assess the association between dependent and independent variables. The ultimate measure of association was odds ratio. Variables found to be associated with bivariate analysis were entered into a multivariable logistic regression model to identify predictors of LBW. Results The mean age of the participants was 25.98 years with ±4.40 standard deviation. Mothers with literate educational background (AOR 0.32, 95% CI 0.13–0.81), housewife (AOR 2.63, 95% CI 1.11–6.20), vaginal mode of delivery (AOR 0.45, 95% CI 0.25–0.82), gestational age <37 weeks (AOR 2.51, 95% CI 1.15–5.48), history of LBW (AOR 5.12, 95% CI 1.93–13.60), and maternal weight <50 kilograms (AOR 2.23, 95% CI 1.23–4.02) were significantly associated with LBW. Conclusion Educational and occupational status, mode of delivery, gestational age, maternal weight, and history of LBW were found to be independent predictors of LBW. There is need of developing coordination with education sector for increasing educational status of mothers and adolescent girls. Social determinants of health need to be considered while developing interventional programs. Similarly, interventional programs need to be developed considering identified predictors of low birth weight.

Prevalence of Low Birth Weight and Its Determinants in Bahir Dar City, Amhara Region, North West Ethiopia: Health Facility Based Cross-Sectional Study

According to EDHS 2016, Low birth weight in Amhara Region was 22.2%. Studies show that low birth weight (LBW) babies are significantly at risk of death, contributing to the high neonatal and infant morbidity and mortality. The poor health outcome of low birth weight can be reduced through quality and comprehensive neonatal care. This study aimed to determine the prevalence and determinants of low birth weight among women who gave birth at health facilities in Bahir Dar city. An institution-based cross-sectional study using an incidence density sampling technique was conducted from February 01/2019 to March 30/2019 in public and private health facilities of the Bahir Dar city. The sample size was calculated using the single population proportion formula. A pre-tested questionnaire was used for data collection and data was entered into the EPI-data and transported to SPSS version 22 for analysis. The totals of 292 respondents were involved in the study. Pregnant women who did not get married [AOR=8.75, 95%CI: 3.00, 25.55], women who had a previous history of LBW [AOR=7. 81, 95%CI: 1.71, 35.69], women with less than four ANC visits [AOR=2.75, 95%: 1.14, 6.63], women whose MUAC were less than 23cm [AOR=12. 12, 95%CI (4.46, 33.02)], anemic women [AOR=9. 15, 95%CI: 2.31, 36.30] and women whose blood hemoglobin level was less than 11gm/dl [AOR=6.10, 95%CI: 2.18, 17.01] were statistically associated with low birth weight. Hence, interventions targeting on marital status, LBW histories, antenatal care visit, and maternal MUAC, anemia and hemoglobin level were recommended to reduce the prevalence of low birth weight.