Preterm infants in Brazil showed a lag in development of basic postural and locomotive skills in their first year due to
A)dietary problems of the mother during pregnancy.
B)maternal neglect and alcoholism.
C)paternal genetics.
D)parents not placing babies prone due to fear of SIDS.

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The given information suggests that the preterm infants in Brazil lagged behind in developing postural and locomotive skills in their first year because parents did not place them prone due to a fear of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS). Placing babies prone, or on their stomachs, is essential for the development of certain motor skills.

Preterm Infants in Brazil Showed a Lag in Development of Basic