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Pediatric MASLD, however, is not simply an early form of adult disease, as it exhibits distinct developmental, histological, and metabolic features. Emerging evidence suggests that these characteristics arise from a complex, multi-hit continuum that begins in utero. Maternal obesity, gestational diabetes, and poor diet quality during pregnancy have been associated with greater hepatic steatosis in offspring, raising the possibility that intrauterine exposure to dyslipidemia, hyperglycemia, and elevated free fatty acid flux may contribute to early hepatic lipid deposition. After birth, feeding behaviors such as a prolonged breastfeeding appear protective, whereas formula feeding, especially high added-sugar formulations, may accelerate rapid weight gain and increase susceptibility to later steatosis. Early childhood diets high in added sugars, saturated fats, and ultra-processed foods may further promote hepatic lipogenesis and inflammation and interact with underlying genetic susceptibility. 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