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The relationship of maternal and infant variables to maternal sensitivity and responsiveness during feedings of the hospitilized neonate

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McSkimming, Sylvia

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Attachment, as described by Bowlby (1969), is an emotional bond between two people. It is an invisible internal characteristic which is assumed to exist because of behaviors exhibited by the attached individual. These proximity seeking behaviors are critical for survival of the infant. Sensitivity of the mother to the infant's...

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The relationship of maternal and infant variables to
The effects of infant massage on the interactions between high risk infants and their caregivers

Creator:

Pardew, E. Michelle

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The purpose of this research study was to examine the effects of infant massage on the interactions between high risk infants and their caregivers. A population of nine high risk infants who received infant massage was compared to 14 high risk infants who did not receive infant massage. Both groups...

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Medicaid prenatal care : testing the effectiveness of a prenatal intervention model

Creator:

Buffa, Jan L.

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The study evaluates the effectiveness of a pregnancy intervention model (PIM) developed to improve first trimester prenatal care utilization in a population of 2,694 low-income Medicaid women. Engagement in prenatal care is critical before prenatal care can occur. Early initiation of prenatal care is important for low income pregnant women...

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Dissertation

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achieve a healthy mother and infant in the context of her family and her community. 29. PNC: Prenatal