Fatty Acid Levels and Memory in Breastfed Children
Fatty Acid Levels and Memory in Breastfed Children
Purpose: To explore the relation between breastmilk nutrients and the cognitive abilities of
 breastfed infants.

 Phase 1: Near 3 months of age child and mother saliva samples for DNA obtained with breast
 milk sample.

 Phase 2: At 6 months of age child participates in electrophysiology session to test
 recognition memory.

 Phase 3: At 26 or 38 months of age, children will complete behavioral, dietary, and physical
 assessments.
Inclusion Criteria:

 -  typically-developing

 -  exclusively breastfed

 -  unremarkable delivery

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  non-English speaking

 -  history of seizure activity