Cathryn A Conlon

Biographic Data

ID	5476368
NAME	Cathryn A Conlon
GIVEN NAMES	Cathryn A
FAMILY NAME	Conlon
SIGNATURE	CONLON C A
AFFILIATIONS	Massey University
ORCID	0000-0003-3642-1619
VERIFIED	Yes
TOTAL WORKS	14
TOTAL CITATIONS	14
AUTHOR COUNT	14
EDITOR COUNT	0
FIRST PUBLICATION YEAR	2008
LATEST PUBLICATION YEAR	2026
H-INDEX	2

Video-measured fullness cues in baby-led weaned and traditionally spoon-fed infants and subsequent intake
Open AccessAlice M Cox, Anne-Louise M Heath et al.ARTICLEAppetite2026References: 28
Little evidence describes how infants signal when they are full or how caregivers respond when using different approaches to complementary feeding. The aims of this exploratory study were to describe types and frequency of infant fullness cues from video-recorded meals in those using Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) and traditional spoon-feeding approaches, and to investigate subsequent behaviour of caregivers and infants following the first sign of fullne…
Household food insecurity, nutrient intakes and BMI in New Zealand infants
Open AccessIoanna Katiforis, Claire Smith et al.ARTICLEPublic Health Nutrition2025
Objective: The first year of life is a critical period when nutrient intakes can affect long-term health outcomes. Although household food insecurity may result in inadequate nutrient intakes or a higher risk of obesity, no studies have comprehensively assessed nutrient intakes of infants from food insecure households. This study aimed to investigate how infant nutrient intakes and BMI differ by household food security. Design: Cross-sectional an…
Household food insecurity and novel complementary feeding methods in New Zealand families
Open AccessIoanna Katiforis, Claire Smith et al.ARTICLEMaternal and Child Nutrition2024
Optimal nutrition during infancy is critical given its influence on lifelong health and wellbeing. Two novel methods of infant complementary feeding, commercial baby food pouch use and baby-led weaning (BLW), are becoming increasingly popular worldwide. Household food insecurity may influence complementary feeding practices adopted by families, but no studies have investigated the use of BLW and baby food pouches in families experiencing food ins…
Parent-reported offering of allergen foods to infants during complementary feeding: An observational study of New Zealand infants
Open AccessJade M Medemblik, Cathryn A Conlon et al.ARTICLEAppetite2024References: 29
The prevalence of food allergies in New Zealand infants is uncertain but is believed to be similar to Australia, exceeding 10%. Current recommendations for reducing food allergy risk are to offer all major food allergens to infants from as early as six months of age (start of complementary feeding), and before 12 months of age. However, little is known regarding parental practices around introducing major food allergens. This study aimed to explo…
Baby food pouches and Baby-Led Weaning: Associations with energy intake, eating behaviour and infant weight status
Open AccessAlice M Cox, Rachael W Taylor et al.ARTICLEAppetite2024Cited by: 2References: 43
Although concern is frequently expressed regarding the potential impact of baby food pouch use and Baby-Led Weaning (BLW) on infant health, research is scarce. Data on pouch use, BLW, energy intake, eating behaviour and body mass index (BMI) were obtained for 625 infants aged 7-10 months in the First Foods New Zealand study. Frequent pouch use was defined as ≥5 times/week during the past month. Traditional spoon-feeding (TSF), "partial" BLW and "…
Fundamental Movement Skills and Physical Activity of 3–4-Year-Old Children within Early Childhood Centers in New Zealand
Open AccessAli A, Claire McLachlan et al.ARTICLEChildren2021
We sought to describe and explore relationships between fundamental movement skills (FMS) and level of physical activity (PA; light-, medium-, vigorous, and kCal/hour) in preschool children, aged 3-4-years-old, across four early childhood education (ECE) settings. Children's FMS were assessed using the Test for Gross Motor Development-2 (TGMD-2; n = 81) and PA via accelerometers ( S = 53). Eighty-four children participated, with 50 in both assess…
The Effect of a 10-Week Physical Activity Programme on Fundamental Movement Skills in 3–4-Year-Old Children within Early Childhood Education Centres
Open AccessAli A, Claire McLachlan et al.ARTICLEChildren2021
The objective of this study was to examine the effect of a 10-week physical activity (PA) programme, in early childhood education (ECE) settings, on 3 and 4-year-old children's fundamental movement skills (FMS). A further aim was to examine FMS three-months post-intervention. The PA instructors delivered one 45 min session/week over 10 weeks, to 3- and 4-year-old children ( n = 46), across four ECE centres. These sessions involved participation f…
Sugar-sweetened beverages consumption among New Zealand children aged 8-12 years: A cross sectional study of sources and associates/correlates of consumption
Open AccessEmma Smirk, Hajar Mazahery et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2021
The consumption of SSBs is prevalent in NZ school age children, with higher consumption rates observed among those from socially disadvantaged areas. This high consumption is associated with higher BF% in females. Multi-contextual interventions to decrease SSBs should target children, and their families/environment, particularly those from socially disadvantaged areas
Validation of a Complementary Food Frequency Questionnaire to assess infant nutrient intake
Open AccessAmy Judd, Kathryn L Beck et al.ARTICLEMaternal and Child Nutrition2019
Dietary assessment in infants is challenging but necessary to understand the relationship between nutrition and growth and development. Currently no simple, validated methods exist to assess nutrient intake in New Zealand (NZ) infants. Therefore, this study aimed to assess the relative validity and reproducibility of a Complementary Food Frequency Questionnaire (CFFQ) to determine nutrient intakes of NZ infants. Ninety-five parent-infant pairs (i…
Study protocol: Associations between dietary patterns, cognitive function and metabolic syndrome in older adults – a cross-sectional study
Open AccessKaren Mumme, Karen D Mumme et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2019
This study will bring new knowledge regarding associations between dietary patterns and cognitive function and metabolic health in older adults living in New Zealand. This is important for developing nutrition related recommendations to help older adults maintain cognitive function
The validity and reliability of the Dietary Index for a Child's Eating in 2–8‐year old children living in New Zealand
Open AccessMaryam Delshad, Kathryn L Beck et al.ARTICLEMaternal and Child Nutrition2018
This study aimed to examine the validity and reliability of the Dietary Index for a Child's Eating (DICE) in children living in New Zealand (NZ). Caregivers of healthy children aged 2-8 years completed a 4-day estimated food record (4DFR) for their child and completed the DICE online on two separate occasions, 8 weeks apart. Relative validity was assessed by comparing the DICE and 4DFR total score and component subscores using the Wilcoxon test, …
Food fussiness and early feeding characteristics of infants following Baby-Led Weaning and traditional spoon-feeding in New Zealand: An internet survey
Open AccessXiaoXi Fu, Cathryn A Conlon et al.ARTICLEAppetite2018Cited by: 12References: 18
The effect of gold kiwifruit consumed with an iron fortified breakfast cereal meal on iron status in women with low iron stores: A 16 week randomised controlled intervention study
Open AccessKathryn Beck, Kathryn L Beck et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2010
ACTRN12608000360314
Study Protocol – Metabolic syndrome, vitamin D and bone status in South Asian women living in Auckland, New Zealand: A randomised, placebo-controlled, double-blind vitamin D intervention
Open AccessPamela R von Hurst, Welma Stonehouse et al.ARTICLEBMC Public Health2008
Registered clinical trial--Registration No. ACTRN12607000642482