The role of residential distance in maternal breast milk intake in preterm and very low birthweight infants

Key Points

• Breast milk intake decreases as maternal residential distance increases, impacting infant nutrition.
• Infants showed significant variations in breast milk intake when mothers lived farther than a specific distance.
• Observational analysis across various locations reveals critical factors affecting feeding practices in preterm infants.
• This highlights the need for improved support and resources to ensure proper nutrition for vulnerable infants.