Association between Home Environment in Infancy and Child Movement Behaviors.

ABSTRACT: Introduction: An adequate balance of movement behaviors, including physical activity (PA), sleep, and screen time, is important for preventing excess weight gain in children. This study examined the relationship between the infant home environment and movement behaviors later in life. Methods: Pregnant women were recruited for a cohort study related to maternal and child development. The home environment was assessed for developmental stimulation, organization, and toys by the Pediatric Review of Children's Environmental Support and Stimulation (PROCESS) questionnaire when the child was 6 months of age. At 2 years of age, mother-reported child screen time, and child PA and sleep duration were estimated by accelerometry. Child behaviors were compared with the 24-

SUBMITTER: Kracht CL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC7984654 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature