Correlation between Pacifier Use in Preterm Neonates and Breastfeeding in Infancy: A Systematic Review

Background: Breastfeeding is very important for the proper nutrition and growth of the child, as well as, the health of the mother. To start breastfeeding, the neonate must have extensive oral capacities for sucking functions but, premature neonates may not have the muscle strength needed to suck su...

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Main Authors: Eirini Orovou, Maria Tzitiridou-Chatzopoulou, Maria Dagla, Panagiotis Eskitzis, Ermioni Palaska, Maria Iliadou, Georgios Iatrakis, Evangelia Antoniou
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-10-01
Series:Children
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2227-9067/9/10/1585