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Acta Pediatr Mex 2024; 45 (S3)

Breastfeeding as a key element for Sensory Integration

Colmenares CM

Language: Spanish
References: 28
Page: S40-S46
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ABSTRACT

The central nervous system is responsible for integrating impulses generated through the senses, known as sensory integration, a theory proposed by Dr. Ayres in the seventies. Our sensory experiences and sensory processing begin in the womb and continue throughout life, with great importance in what happens during early childhood. Breastfeeding is a behavior with great impact on the health of individuals and populations, and it is considered as well as a tool that may impact in the proliferation, differentiation, migration, synaptogenesis and pruning of the nervous system. Different mechanisms had been described where human milk and breastfeeding impact the neurocognitive development of the individual. Also, breastfeeding could be affected in babies with sensory processing difficulties. Timely and adequate support to families must be given to make informed decisions and provide professional support to solve difficulties that may arise.


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