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Arzu, Taslima, Md Ariful Kabir Sujan, S. M. Symon Bappy, Vulon Prosad, and Suparna Das Toma. "Determinants of Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) Practices among Rohingya Refugees: A Mixed-methods Survey in Cox’s Bazar Camps, Bangladesh." European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety 17, no. 6 (2025): 338–51. https://doi.org/10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i61761.

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Aim: The objective of the exercise was to determine the factors influencing infant and young child feeding practices among Rohingya communities and come up with ways to address them in areas where the nutrition-sensitive program is implemented. The findings would be used by the implementing partners to develop more effective, longer-term strategies for improvement and scale-up of IYCF–E program in the camps. Study Design: This study adopted a mixed-methods design to assess Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices among Rohingya refugee communities. The study incorporated both quantitati
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Mekonnen, Mathewos, Tadele Kinati, Kumera Bekele, Bikila Tesfa, Dejene Hailu, and Kemal Jemal. "Infant and young child feeding practice among mothers of children age 6 to 23 months in Debrelibanos district, North Showa zone, Oromia region, Ethiopia." PLOS ONE 16, no. 9 (2021): e0257758. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0257758.

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Background Inappropriate infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practice is the leading cause of malnutrition in children. Data is needed to identify children at risk of poor feeding practice and to target interventions to improve IYCF practices. Therefore, this study aimed to assess IYCF practice and associated factors among mothers of children age 6 to 23 months in Debrelibanos district, north Showa zone, Oromia region, Ethiopia. Method A community-based cross-sectional study design was conducted among 380 mothers of children age 6 to 23 months from March 1 to April 5, 2019. A simple random s
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Sulayman, Hudah Tahirah, Moses Alilu Daikwo, and Uju Dorathy Iliemene. "Effect of nutrition education intervention on the knowledge, practices, and self-efficacy of lactating mothers with infants 0-12m attending a primary healthcare centre in Mararaba, Nigeria." World Nutrition 16, no. 2 (2025): 87–94. https://doi.org/10.26596/wn.202516287-94.

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BackgroundInappropriate infant feeding practices contribute significantly to malnutrition among under-five children in Nigeria. Despite national efforts to promote exclusive breastfeeding and appropriate complementary feeding, structured postnatal nutrition education remains limited, especially in semi-urban settings.ObjectiveThis study evaluated the effect of a brief nutrition education intervention on knowledge, feeding practices, and self-efficacy among lactating mothers with infants aged 0–12 months attending a primary healthcare centre in Mararaba, Nigeria.MethodsA quasi-experimental stud
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Mishra, Pushpendra, and Dr Neetu Purohit. "The Role of IPC Visit Frequency in Enhancing Infant Feeding Knowledge and Practices among Mothers in Rajasthan." International Journal of Advanced Multidisciplinary Research and Studies 5, no. 3 (2025): 1296–300. https://doi.org/10.62225/2583049x.2025.5.3.4446.

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Introduction Child malnutrition remains a pressing public health concern in India, particularly in resource-limited regions like Rajasthan. Despite improvements in the economy and healthcare access, undernutrition continues to persist, as seen in India's ranking on the Global Hunger Index. Good Infant Child Feeding Practices (IYCF), such as exclusive breastfeeding and timely complementary feeding, are critical for child survival and healthy development. However, knowledge and service gaps among mothers, especially regarding feeding practices, remain significant challenges. Objectives This stud
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Nancy V. Dumaguing and Ludito V. Ramirez. "Effect of Home-based Family Counselling to the Mothers’ and Caregivers’ Knowledge and Practices on Infant and Young Child Feeding in Selected Rural Villages in Leyte, Philippines." Journal of Educational and Human Resource Development (JEHRD) 8 (December 30, 2020): 111–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.61569/1p8pv386.

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Infant and young child feeding practices are affected by the knowledge of mothers and caregivers. We determined the effect of home-based family counselling on the knowledge and practices of mothers and caregivers relative to infant and young child feeding. Participants included 22 and 21 mothers and caregivers in the intervention and control groups, respectively with 6-15 month-old children categorized as severely underweight and underweight based on World Health Organization (WHO) child growth standard. The intervention group received counselling by the trained village-based health care provi
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Bello, Monsurat, Cecilia A. Olarewaju, and Adijat A. Adisa. "Complementary Dietary Practices for Infants among Educated and Non-Educated Women." International Journal of Home Economics, Hospitality and Allied Research 1, no. 2 (2022): 294–305. https://doi.org/10.57012/ijhhr.v1n2.013.

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<strong>Abstract:&nbsp;</strong>This study examined the complementary dietary practices for infants among educated and non-educated women of Ife central local government area of Osun State, Nigeria. It was a descriptive survey research. A total of one hundred and fifty (154) respondents participated in this research. The research instrument used for data collection was a questionnaire on a 4-point scale. The major findings of the study revealed the complementary dietary practices for infants, identified possible factors affecting complementary dietary practice which are economic status, matern
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Dhami, Mansi, Felix Ogbo, Thierno Diallo, Bolajoko Olusanya, Piwuna Goson, and Kingsley Agho. "Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices among Adolescent Mothers and Associated Factors in India." Nutrients 13, no. 7 (2021): 2376. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/nu13072376.

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Adequate infant and young child feeding (IYCF) improve child survival and growth. Globally, about 18 million babies are born to mothers aged 18 years or less and have a higher likelihood of adverse birth outcomes in India due to insufficient knowledge of child growth. This paper examined factors associated with IYCF practices among adolescent Indian mothers. This cross-sectional study extracted data on 5148 children aged 0–23 months from the 2015–2016 India National Family Health Survey. Survey logistic regression was used to assess factors associated with IYCF among adolescent mothers. Preval
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Shaker, Norhan, Kareema Hussein, and Sawsan AL-Azzawi. "Knowledge, Attitude and Practices (KAP) of Mothers toward Infant and Young Child Feeding in Primary Health Care (PHC) Centers, Erbil City." Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences 2, no. 2 (2012): 43–52. http://dx.doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi20122.3123.

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Background: Improving infant and young child feeding practices in children birth–23 months of age is therefore critical to improved nutrition, health, development of children and, ultimately and impact child survival. Objectives: The main objective is to assess knowledge, attitude and practices of mothers concerning infant and young child feeding, and to use the results as baseline for nutritional intervention programs in the future. Methodology: A survey study was carried out in (13) Primary Health Care centers in Erbil city to assess knowledge, attitude and practices of mothers concerning in
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Gaja, Laia Vilarrubla. "Breastfeeding in Infants from 0 to 3 Years of Age Who Attend Nurseries in Alt Urgell Region, Catalonia (Spain): An Observational Study." Current Developments in Nutrition 4, Supplement_2 (2020): 1095. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzaa054_167.

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Abstract Objectives The aim of this study was to know the type of lactation received by children from 0 to 3 years old who attend nurseries in Alt Urgell region (Catalonia, Spain), and furthermore, check if it follows the actual scientific recommendations. Methods This observational, descriptive and cross-sectional study involves all the current nurseries of the Alt Urgell region. A questionnaire of breastfeeding has been used with 34 questions to collect breastfeeding period data, and it has been answered by the infants’ families. The statistical analysis of the results was completed using th
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Verma, Dr Divya, and Dr Sunil Kumar Singh. "Knowledge, attitudes and practices regarding infant feeding among mothers of children with severe acute malnutrition in the rural areas of Northern India." Pediatric Review: International Journal of Pediatric Research 8, no. 3 (2021): 137–45. http://dx.doi.org/10.17511/ijpr.2021.i03.03.

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Introduction: Malnutrition has been identified as one of the principal causes limiting India’s globaleconomic potential. The infant and young child-feeding practices determine the nutritional status,growth and ultimately the survival of infants and young children. The study aimed to assess theknowledge, attitude and practices of rural mothers with children diagnosed with severe acutemalnutrition (SAM) regarding infant feeding. Methodology: A hospital-based cross-sectionaldescriptive study on 116 mothers from the rural area of Northern India with children diagnosed withSAM. Assessment of knowle
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Amin, AFM Sujauddoula Al, Sumon Chandra Debnath, Asadullahil Galib, et al. "Socio-economic status and feeding practices among the mothers of under-five children in an urban slum of Bangladesh: a cross-sectional study." Asian Journal of Medical and Biological Research 4, no. 3 (2018): 307–14. http://dx.doi.org/10.3329/ajmbr.v4i3.38470.

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Poor socio-economic conditions and inappropriate feeding practices in slum dwelling mothers can have adverse consequences for the health and nutritional status of their under-five children. The present study was to assess the feeding practices and socio-economic status mothers of under-five children. A cross-sectional study was conducted from January 2015 to December 2015 in four urban slums of Bangladesh. Two hundred and fifty five mother-child pairs were selected by non-random convenience sampling and were interviewed using a pre-tested questionnaire. Anthropometric measurements were taken f
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Hulamani, Savita, Afhrinkowshar A. Yaligar, Siddapa Hugar, and Vandana Inamdar. "A Longitudinal Study on Nutritional Assessment of Maternal and Infants (<1 Year) of Selected Urban Areas in Vijayapura Distirct, Karnataka, India." European Journal of Nutrition & Food Safety 17, no. 3 (2025): 327–41. https://doi.org/10.9734/ejnfs/2025/v17i31670.

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Background: Malnutrition remains a major concern in India, with high stunting rates in Karnataka, particularly in Vijayapura. Proper breastfeeding and complementary feeding are crucial for infant growth, yet gaps in maternal knowledge persist. This study assesses maternal and infant nutrition and evaluates the impact of a nutrition education intervention. Methods: A random sampling method was used to select 100 lactating mothers from rural Vijayapura. Data on socio-demographics, dietary intake, and breastfeeding practices were collected using a structured questionnaire. Maternal and infant nut
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Mutuku, Joyce Nzilani, Sophie Ochola, and Justus Osero. "Maternal Knowledge and Complementary Feeding Practices and their Relationship with Nutritional Status Among Children 6-23 Months Old in Pastoral Community of Marsabit County, Kenya: A Cross-Sectional Study." Current Research in Nutrition and Food Science Journal 8, no. 3 (2020): 862–76. http://dx.doi.org/10.12944/crnfsj.8.3.17.

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Appropriate complementary feeding practices have positive impact on health and growth of children aged 6-23 months. Little is known about complementary feeding practices among the pastoralists. The aim of this study was to document the influence of maternal knowledge on child feeding and complementary practices on the nutritional status of children aged 6-23 months amongst a pastoral community in Kenya. A WHO standard validated questionnaire was used to collect data from 289 randomly selected mothers/primary caregivers and their children aged 6-23 months. The interviews were conducted through
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Diamond-Smith, Nadia, Lakshmi Gopalakrishnan, Purnima Menon, Sneha Nimmagadda, Dilys Walker, and Sumeet Patil. "Can Person-Centered Interactions with Community Health Care Workers Improve Women's Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding Practices in India?" Current Developments in Nutrition 4, Supplement_2 (2020): 972. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzaa054_044.

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Abstract Objectives Breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices in India do not meet recommendations. Community health care workers (CHWs) are often the primary source of information for pregnant and postpartum women about Infant and Young child Feeding (IYCF) practices. While existing research has evaluated the effectiveness of content and delivery of information through CHWs, little is known about person-centric soft-skills in interpersonal communication. We analyzed the effect of high quality person-centered interactions based on respect and trust on recommended IYCF practices. Method
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Kadhum, Rajaa jabbar. "Maternal knowledge & Attitude towards Breast Feeding in Najaf." Kufa Journal for Nursing Sciences 3, no. 3 (2013): 82–87. http://dx.doi.org/10.36321/kjns.vi20133.2501.

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Objectives: to assess the knowledge &amp; attitude of mothers towards breastfeeding. Methodology: a random sample of 200 mothers was selected of Al-Zahraa teaching hospital &amp; of primary health care centers in Najaf city in the period of 1st of January 2009 to 1st of January 2011. A questionnaire was used in the study, which contain information about the demographic data of the mothers &amp; selected questions about their knowledge regarding breast-feeding .data were analyzed using SPSS 9.15 descriptive statistics. Results: it was found that 99% of mothers have the desire to breast feed the
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Abebe, Haile, and Belay Assefa. "Determinants and Current Level of Optimal Complementary Feeding Practices among Lactating Mothers of Children in Ambo Town, Oromia, Ethiopia." Food Processing & Nutritional Science 1, no. 1 (2020): 31–50. http://dx.doi.org/10.46619/fpns.2020.1-1004.

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An appropriate diet is critical in the growth and development of children especially in the first two years of life. Poor complementary feeding of children aged 6 months - 23 months contributes to the characteristics negative growth trends and deaths observed in developing countries. Therefore, this study aimed to assess determinants and current level of optimal complementary feeding practices among mothers of children aged 6 months to 23 months in Ambo town, Oromia Region. The study used cross sectional study design and targeted 336 mothers with children 6 months - 23 months olds. Information
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Mhlanga, TPN, M. Manafe, and LJ Ncube. "Feeding patterns and dietary diversity practices of caregivers with children (0 to 24 months) admitted with acute malnutrition in hospitals in Mpumalanga province, South Africa." African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 23, no. 9 (2023): 24662–79. http://dx.doi.org/10.18697/ajfand.124.22735.

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Malnutrition is a global public health problem more prominent among infants under five years of age, and South Africa is no exception. Caregivers’ poor infant feeding practices, including lower exclusive breastfeeding rates, dietary diversity, and meal frequency, are the main causes of malnutrition during the first two years of life. Improving mother practices on infant and young children is crucial for growth and development and prevention of malnutrition. This study aimed to assess feeding patterns and dietary diversity practices of caregivers with children admitted with malnutrition in hosp
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Masare, Monika S., Gajanan Soyam, and P. A. Hiwarkar. "A cross-sectional study of determinants and impact of breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices on nutritional status and common illnesses among infants in urban slum." International Journal of Research in Medical Sciences 5, no. 10 (2017): 4563. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2320-6012.ijrms20174597.

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Background: The present research was carried out with an objective to study various breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices its effect on nutritional status of children and association with common illness like diarrhea and ARI.Methods: This cross sectional observational study was conducted on infant registered in under five-clinic at an urban health center in urban slum. A semi structured questionnaire was used to study the current breast feeding and infant feeding practices among mothers of the study subjects. The analysis was done using Microsoft Excel.Results: There was universal
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Sosanya, Mercy E., Oluwatosin D. Adesanya, Hauwa E. Rufai, and Jeanne H. Freeland-Graves. "A Mobile-Based Approach to Enhance Knowledge of Infant and Young Child Feeding Among Teenage Mothers in Nigeria: A Randomized Controlled Trial." Nutrients 17, no. 3 (2025): 414. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu17030414.

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Background/Objectives: The second highest prevalence of childhood malnutrition in the world is found in Nigeria. Infant and young child feeding practices (IYCF) are crucial predictors of the nutritional status of children. This study evaluated the effects of utilization of the BabyThrive app versus control on IYCF knowledge of Nigerian teenage mothers. Methods: A parallel, randomized controlled trial was conducted with 194 low-income teenage mother–child (0–2 years) dyads in Nigeria. Outcome measures included knowledge concerning food type for an infant, exclusive breastfeeding, complementary
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Mbogori, Teresia, and Mary Murimi. "Effects of a nutrition education intervention on maternal nutrition knowledge, dietary intake and nutritional status among food insecure households in Kenya." International Journal Of Community Medicine And Public Health 6, no. 5 (2019): 1831. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2394-6040.ijcmph20191798.

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Background: Malnutrition remains a major concern in the developing countries especially in food insecure populations. Maternal nutrition knowledge, among other factors, has been shown to improve nutritional status in children under the age of 5 years. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of a nutrition education intervention on maternal nutrition knowledge, dietary intake, and nutritional status in Turkana County, Kenya.Methods: Seventy-three mothers/female caretakers with children &lt;5 years old from Nadapal village in Turkana County were included in the study. At baseline,
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Nadia Begum, Monowar Ahmad Tarafdar, Saizuddin Kabir, Shila Rani Das, Sultana Begum, and Meheruba Afrin. "Study on knowledge and practice of nursing mother regarding exclusive breast feeding irrespective of socio-demographic characteristics." Z H Sikder Women’s Medical College Journal 1, Number 1 (2019): 14–17. http://dx.doi.org/10.47648/zhswmcj.2019.v0101.03.

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This descriptive type of cross- sectional study was conducted in Dhamrai, Dhaka among nursing mother with a sample size 120 using semi-structured questionnaire to determine the knowledge and practice regarding exclusive breast feeding irrespective of socio-demographic characteristics from January 2018 to February 2018 employing purposive sampling method. The percentage of mother-infant pair were highest within 20-30 years (65%) of age group. About 13.33% of mothers were illiterate, 33.33% had primary level and only 2.50% completed graduation; more than half (56.67%) of the mothers were housewi
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Flax, Valerie, Abiodun Ipadeola, Courtney Schnefke, et al. "A Complementary Feeding Intervention for Fathers and Mothers in Northern Nigeria Improves Children's Minimum Meal Frequency and Consumption of Eggs and Fish." Current Developments in Nutrition 5, Supplement_2 (2021): 641. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzab045_023.

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Abstract Objectives The objective of this study was to measure the effects of a social behavior change communication (SBCC) intervention on fathers’ and mothers’ complementary feeding knowledge and attitudes, fathers’ support for complementary feeding, and children's dietary diversity and meal frequency. Methods This study used cross-sectional surveys of cohabiting fathers and mothers with a child 6–23 months before (N = 497) and after (N = 495) the intervention in Igabi local government area, Kaduna State, Nigeria. Participants were randomly sampled within 99 clusters selected proportional to
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Adhikari, Nabin, Kiran Acharya, Dipak Prasad Upadhya, Sumita Pathak, Sachin Pokharel, and Pranil Man Singh Pradhan. "Infant and young child feeding practices and its associated factors among mothers of under two years children in a western hilly region of Nepal." PLOS ONE 16, no. 12 (2021): e0261301. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0261301.

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Infant and young child feeding is a key area to improve child survival and promote healthy growth and development. Nepal government has developed and implemented different programs to improve infant and young child feeding practice. However, the practice remains poor and is a major cause of malnutrition in Nepal. This study aims to identify infant and young child feeding practices and its associated factors among mothers of children aged less than two years in western hilly region of Nepal. A descriptive cross-sectional study was carried out among 360 mothers of under two years’ children in Sy
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Mairos Ferreira, Sonia, Lineo Mathule, Kimanzi Muthengi, Thithidi Diaho, and Mathaha Makoa. "Unveiling Maternal Narratives and Experiences in Lesotho: Insights into Breastfeeding Choices, Practices, And Hurdles." Proceedings of The International Conference on Research in Humanities and Social Sciences 1, no. 1 (2023): 11–23. http://dx.doi.org/10.33422/icrhs.v1i1.129.

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This research investigated maternal and infant care in Lesotho, with an emphasis on exclusive breastfeeding practices during the first year of life. A quantitative, descriptive survey included 97 mothers attending healthcare facilities. The findings highlighted a prevalent preference for exclusive breastfeeding in the initial three months, which decreases during the following 3 months. Yet around 7% introduced complementary foods or fluids early on and many did not breastfeed exclusively until the 6-month recommended period. The majority began breastfeeding within the recommended one-hour post
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Anyango, LJ, J. Waswa, DO Okeyo, and M. Mugambi. "The theory of planned behaviour in exploring dietary diversity practices among mothers in informal settlements in Kenya." African Journal of Food, Agriculture, Nutrition and Development 21, no. 105 (2021): 19000–19015. http://dx.doi.org/10.18697/ajfand.105.20445.

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One of the leading causes of malnutrition, which contributes to morbidity and mortality in children, is lack of dietary diversity. Despite remarkable improvement in exclusive breastfeeding in Kenya, there are still poor dietary diversity practices among children aged 6-24 months. Limited studies have applied the Theory of Planned Behaviour (TPB) to examine the factors that influence dietary diversity practices in informal settlements in Kenya. The objective of this qualitative study was to explore behavioral, normative, control beliefs, intention, and dietary diversity practices, based on the
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Tumpeinea, Silas, Angela Andago, and B, Sophia Ngala. "Maternal Infant Feeding Knowledge And Dietary Diversity Of Children’s Diet Born Of Hiv-Positive Mothers, In Narok County, Kenya." IOSR Journal of Nursing and health Science 13, no. 5 (2024): 06–13. http://dx.doi.org/10.9790/1959-1305010612.

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Despite progress in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV, children still acquire HIV infection (Frange et al., 2021), in 2020, the world had 31.6 million HIV positive people and sub-Sahara African countries had 83% pregnant women, 80% infants with HIV, and 78% of teenage women 15-24 years newly infected. Kenya had 1.4 million HIV positive people a prevalence rate of 4.5% and 5% in Narok County. Breastfeeding, especially early and exclusive breastfeeding, is one of the most important ways to improve infant survival (WHO, 2023c). However, the complementary feeding period
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Mulugeta, Afework, Haftom Temesgen Abebe, Getachew Redae, et al. "Low levels and determinants of appropriate complementary feeding practices among children aged 6–23 months from Tigray, Ethiopia: a community-based cross-sectional study." BMJ Open 14, no. 8 (2024): e080794. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2023-080794.

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IntroductionComplementary feeding is considered appropriate when introduced timely at 6 months of age, and where it fulfils the minimum meal frequency, minimum dietary diversity and minimum acceptable diet. Sufficient evidence is available on the different individual indicators of appropriate complementary feeding.ObjectiveThis study was conducted to assess the prevalence and determinants of appropriate complementary feeding practices among children aged 6–23 months in Tigray, Northern Ethiopia.Design and settingA community-based cross-sectional study was conducted in 52 districts of Tigray.Pa
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Gizaw, Abraham Tamirat, Pradeep Sopory, and Morankar Sudhakar. "Barriers and coping responses towards infant and young child feeding practices in rural Ethiopia: a descriptive qualitative study." BMJ Open 13, no. 10 (2023): e077008. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2023-077008.

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ObjectiveTo explore barriers and coping responses toward infant and young child practices (IYCFP) in rural Ethiopia.MethodsA descriptive qualitative study using semi-structured in-depth interviews and focus group discussions was conducted with 98 mothers having infants and young children aged 0–24 months in rural Ethiopia. The mothers were selected purposively by stratifying into four age groups of infants and young children in months: 0–5, 6–8, 9–12 and 13–24. Thematic analysis was performed to elucidate the main ideas regarding the barriers and coping responses to IYCFP across the participan
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Wu, Qiong, Yiwen Huang, Michelle Helena van Velthoven, Wei Wang, Suying Chang, and Yanfeng Zhang. "Feasibility of using WeChat to improve infant and young child feeding in rural areas in China: A mixed quantitative and qualitative study." PLOS ONE 16, no. 2 (2021): e0246942. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0246942.

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Background Appropriate infant and young child feeding practices are the basis for child nutrition. In China, WeChat is gradually changing the channels through which people receive information. The paper aims to explore the feasibility of using WeChat to improve infant and young child feeding in rural China. Methods A mixed-methods study was carried out in Huzhu County, Qinghai province, China. We conducted two cross-sectional surveys with children aged 6–23 months and their caregivers in 2012 (N = 1804) and 2018 (N = 754), respectively. Quantitative data were collected on feeding knowledge and
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Setorglo, Jacob, Moses K. Klevor, Philip Narteh Gorleku, et al. "Mothers/Caregivers Age and Family Structure Predicted Knowledge on Recommended Nutrition Practices for Children under 5 Years." Research in Health Science 4, no. 4 (2019): p394. http://dx.doi.org/10.22158/rhs.v4n4p394.

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Introduction: There are recommendations regarding infant and young child feeding and when followed children’s growth are optimum. These feeding practices are age definitive, starting from exclusive breastfeeding, to the transition of the child to complementary foods. Objective: The objective of this study was to assess factors that determine nutritional knowledge among mothers/caretaker regarding children under five years. Methods: A cross sectional study design employing quantitative methods was chosen for this study. The study population comprised 285 caregivers and their children aged of 6
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Khan, Saadia, Imran Iqbal, Reema Arshad, and Kamran Ishfaq. "BREAST FEEDING." Professional Medical Journal 22, no. 12 (2015): 1531–34. http://dx.doi.org/10.29309/tpmj/2015.22.12.792.

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Background: Breast feeding is the most natural way of feeding the infants and help to reduce child mortality and morbidity and millions of deaths could be prevented each year if mothers were aware of benefits of exclusive breast feeding for 4 -6 months and early initiation of breast feeding. Objective:To evaluate the awareness regarding breast feeding and complementary feeding in mothers of severely malnourished children. Study Design: This is a descriptive /cross sectional study. Place and duration of study: This study was conducted at the department of preventive pediatrics Children hospital
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Damanik, Sri Melfa, and Dessie Wanda. "The influence of feeding practice on the risk of stunting in infant and young children in developing countries:a literature review." Ilmu Gizi Indonesia 3, no. 1 (2019): 13. http://dx.doi.org/10.35842/ilgi.v3i1.117.

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Bacground: Stunting is one of the conditions of failed to grow on the children where the child’s height is not obtained in accordance with the age of the child. There are a few things that become the main causes of stunting problem in children, as well as the ineffectiveness of child feeding practice. Objective: To find out the influence of feeding practice according to WHO guidelines on the risk of stunting in infant and young children in developing countries according on literature review. Methods: This literature review used search strategy on five databases involved Science Direct, EBSCOho
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Heine, Ralf G. "Dietary strategies for early immune modulation in primary food allergy prevention." BMJ Nutrition, Prevention & Health 6, Suppl 3 (2023): s8—s19. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjnph-2023-000678.

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As the global incidence of food allergies continues to rise, effective primary prevention strategies remain a public health priority. Eczema in early infancy is a major risk factor for IgE-mediated food allergies. Exposure to food allergens via inflamed skin promotes a cascade of allergic immune responses and increases the risk of IgE-mediated food allergies. By contrast, early exposure to food allergens via the gut is likely to induce oral tolerance. Landmark studies have demonstrated a significant reduction in the incidence of egg and peanut allergy in response to the early dietary introduct
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Moras, Karen Janice, Asha D. Benakappa, and Gangadhar Belavadi. "Determination of the impact of infant and young child feeding counselling services on the knowledge of mother-children dyads less than two years." International Journal of Contemporary Pediatrics 8, no. 7 (2021): 1151. http://dx.doi.org/10.18203/2349-3291.ijcp20212323.

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Background: Optimum infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices are essential for adequate growth and development of infants and children. Malnutrition in children occurs almost entirely during the first two years of life, is virtually irreversible after that. Despite the IYCF guidelines, there is no consistent literature on the prevalence of existing IYCF practices and impact of optimum IYCF practices. This study was conducted to estimate the prevalence of existing IYCF practices and to determine the impact of IYCF counseling in children less than 2 years.Methods: A cross-sectional before
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Addo-Lartey, Adolphina, Richmond Aryeetey, Adam Sandow, Rafael Pérez-Escamilla, Cecilia Segbedji, and Amber Hromi-Fiedler. "Infant and Young Child Feeding Perceptions and Practices Among Caregivers Living in Three Districts in the Central Region of Ghana." Current Developments in Nutrition 6, Supplement_1 (2022): 544. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzac060.002.

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Abstract Objectives This qualitative study sought to understand caregiver practices related to exclusive breastfeeding (EBF), meal frequency, diet diversity, and responsive feeding in rural communities in Ghana. Methods Fifty-two audio-taped in-depth interviews were conducted in local dialects with caregivers (teen and adult mothers, fathers, and grandmothers) of children younger than 1-year-old living in three districts in Ghana's Central Region. Recordings were translated, transcribed into English, then read and coded independently by two authors. Consensus was reached on emerging domains an
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Ghosh, Sebanti, Jessica DeMarco, Shailesh Jagtap, Lalit Sankhe, Vishal Shastri, and Chhaya Waghmare. "Assessment of Maternal Infant and Young Child Nutrition (MIYCN) Knowledge and Practices Among Obstetricians and Pediatricians in Private Health Facilities in India." Current Developments in Nutrition 6, Supplement_1 (2022): 111. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzac051.027.

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Abstract Objectives i) To assess current MIYCN knowledge and practices among obstetricians and pediatricians in private facilities ii) To identify bottlenecks to adopting evidence- based MIYCN guidelines in private facilities Methods The study used an observational cross-sectional design and mixed methods for an online self-administered survey with 360 pediatricians and 99 obstetricians (members of the Indian Academy of Pediatrics and Federation of Obstetric and Gynaecological Societies of India). The study included onsite interviews with 55 obstetricians and 59 pediatricians selected randomly
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Peiris, Dilka Rashmi, Millawage Supun Dilara Wijesinghe, Balangoda Muhamdiramlage Indika Gunawardana, et al. "Mobile Phone-Based Nutrition Education Targeting Pregnant and Nursing Mothers in Sri Lanka." International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health 20, no. 3 (2023): 2324. http://dx.doi.org/10.3390/ijerph20032324.

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Introduction: A woman’s nutrition during pregnancy and nursing affects the mother and the growing child. Similarly, the first two years of a child’s life are critical to their growth and development and are facilitated by optimum nutrition. Women’s nutrition-related knowledge, attitudes, and practices influence household food and nutrition security. Mobile health (mHealth) is a potentially effective health intervention in pandemic situations when physical gatherings are restricted. Objectives: To examine the effectiveness of a mobile phone-based nutrition education intervention targeting pregn
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Scott, Samuel, Shivani Gupta, Neha Kumar, et al. "A Women's Group-Based Nutrition Behavior Change Intervention in India Has Limited Impacts Amidst Implementation Barriers and a Concurrent National Behavior Change Campaign." Current Developments in Nutrition 5, Supplement_2 (2021): 179. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/cdn/nzab035_087.

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Abstract Objectives Women's self-help groups (SHGs) have become one of the world's largest institutional platforms of the poor, reaching over 70 million Indian women in 2020. Limited evidence exists on effects of nutrition interventions through SHGs on maternal and child nutrition outcomes. Methods The Women Improving Nutrition through Group-based Strategies (WINGS) study was a quasi-experimental impact evaluation, comparing 16 matched blocks where communities were provided support to form SHGs and improve women's livelihoods; 8 blocks (1 in each matched pair) received a 3-year nutrition inter
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Bonvecchio Arenas, Anabelle, Wendy González, Florence L. Théodore, et al. "Translating Evidence-Based Program Recommendations into Action: The Design, Testing, and Scaling Up of the Behavior Change Strategy EsIAN in Mexico." Journal of Nutrition 149, Supplement_1 (2019): 2310S—2322S. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jn/nxz229.

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ABSTRACT Background The Integrated Strategy for Attention to Nutrition (EsIAN in Spanish) is a national strategy within Mexico's conditional cash transfer program (initially Progresa, then Oportunidades, then Prospera, CCT-POP) designed to strengthen the health and nutrition component, address the nutrition transition, and improve the health and nutritional status of its beneficiaries, through 3 main components: 1) procurement of functioning equipment to primary health care (PHC) units; 2) providing free micronutrient supplements to beneficiary women and children; 3) implementing a behavior ch
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Warren, Andrea M., Edward A. Frongillo, Phuong H. Nguyen, and Purnima Menon. "Nutrition Intervention Using Behavioral Change Communication without Additional Material Inputs Increased Expenditures on Key Food Groups in Bangladesh." Journal of Nutrition 150, no. 5 (2020): 1284–90. http://dx.doi.org/10.1093/jn/nxz339.

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ABSTRACT Background Behavioral change communication (BCC) promotes skills and knowledge to improve infant and young child feeding, but without additional material inputs, recipients must develop strategies to translate knowledge into action. Using data from the Alive &amp; Thrive initiative in Bangladesh (2010–2014), we aimed to test whether households receiving the intensive intervention (opposed to the nonintensive intervention) increased expenditures on key foods for mothers and children (e.g., foods that were promoted by the intervention and also changed in maternal and child diets). Metho
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Chen, Yunwei, Yuju Wu, Sarah-Eve Dill, et al. "Effect of the mHealth-supported Healthy Future programme delivered by community health workers on maternal and child health in rural China: study protocol for a cluster randomised controlled trial." BMJ Open 13, no. 1 (2023): e065403. http://dx.doi.org/10.1136/bmjopen-2022-065403.

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IntroductionMillions of young rural children in China still suffer from poor health and malnutrition, partly due to a lack of knowledge about optimal perinatal and child care among rural mothers and caregivers. Meanwhile, there is an urgent need to improve maternal mental health in rural communities. Comprehensive home visiting programmes delivered by community health workers (CHWs) can bridge the caregiver knowledge gap and improve child health and maternal well-being in low-resource settings, but the effectiveness of this approach is unknown in rural China. Additionally, grandmothers play im
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Jibat, Nega, Ritu Rana, Ayenew Negesse, et al. "Carers’ and health workers’ perspectives on malnutrition in infants aged under six months in rural Ethiopia: A qualitative study." PLOS ONE 17, no. 7 (2022): e0271733. http://dx.doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0271733.

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Objectives Supporting small and nutritionally at-risk (potentially malnourished) infants under six months is a global health priority, albeit with a weak evidence-base. To inform policy and research in this area, we aimed to assess the perceptions and understanding of infant malnutrition and its management among carers, communities, and healthcare workers in rural Ethiopia. Methods We conducted in-depth and key-informant interviews, from May-August 2020 in Jimma Zone and Deder District, Ethiopia. We used purposive sampling to recruit the participants. Interviews were transcribed into Amharic o
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Rasyidah, Nur, Yaneu Nuraineu, and Melly Halimatussa'adiah. "Model Pakleg (Bapak Melek Gizi) sebagai Upaya dalam Mencegah Stunting di Desa Mekar Agung Kecamatan Cibadak Kabupaten Lebak." Jurnal Kreativitas Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat (PKM) 8, no. 2 (2025): 869–78. https://doi.org/10.33024/jkpm.v8i2.17632.

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ABSTRAK Stunting merupakan kondisi kekurangan gizi kronis yang menyebabkan postur tubuh tidak maksimal dan kemampuan kognitif berkurang. Salah satu faktor multidimensi penyebab stunting yaitu pengasuhan yang tidak baik yaitu aspek perilaku pola asuh dalam praktik pemberian makan bagi bayi dan balita. Penyiapan nutrisi bayi-balita dapat dilakukan dengan Pemberian Makanan Pendamping ASI (MP-ASI) dan Pemberian Makanan Tambahan (PMT) yang sesuai rekomendasi gizi. Pelatihan pola asuh yang baik mengenai nutrisi pada anak serta pengetahuan tentang nutrisi ibu hamil penting dilakukan dengan melibatkan
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Bimpong, Kingsley Appiah, Ernest Kaa-Emabong Cheyuo, Alhassan Abdul-Mumin, Martin A. Ayanore, Clement K. Kubuga, and Victor Mogre. "Mothers’ knowledge and attitudes regarding child feeding recommendations, complementary feeding practices and determinants of adequate diet." BMC Nutrition 6, no. 1 (2020). http://dx.doi.org/10.1186/s40795-020-00393-0.

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Abstract Background Complementary feeding is critical for optimal nutrition in infants and young children as it ensures their growth, health and development to attain their full potential. However, evidence shows that children from developing countries do not meet the core indicators for appropriate complementary feeding. We evaluated mothers’ knowledge and attitudes regarding child feeding recommendations and the determinants of adequate diet among children aged 6–23 months. Methods This cross-sectional study included 200 children aged 6–23 months and their mothers/care givers recruited durin
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Abdulsalam, Danimoh M., Suleiman H. Idris, Abubakar J. Difa, Amina Mohammed, Abdulhakeem A. Olorukooba, and Isa I. Ainavi. "Complementary feeding practices and its determinants among Fulani mothers in rural Kaduna State, Northwest, Nigeria." Annals of Basic and Medical Sciences 3, no. 1 (2022). http://dx.doi.org/10.51658/abms.202231.9.

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Introduction: Complementary feeding plays an important role in children's growth and development. Exclusive breastfeeding provides the best source of nutrients at early stage of life but beyond six months, more nutrients are required than are generally available from breast milk alone. This makes the child vulnerable to developing malnutrition. This study aims to assess the knowledge, practices and factors affecting complementary feeding practices among Fulani mothers in Makarfi Local Government Area, Kaduna state. Methods: The study was cross-sectional in design. A sample of 209 respondents (
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Rangelova, Lalka, and Vesselka Duleva. "Current breastfeeding practices in Bulgaria." Proceedings of the Nutrition Society 79, OCE2 (2020). http://dx.doi.org/10.1017/s0029665120002906.

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AbstractThe results obtained by the national monitoring of dietary intake and nutritional status of Bulgarian infants, conducted during the last ten years, show some negative characteristics and trends associated with risk of chronic non-communicable diseases and micronutrient deficiencies later in life. The data on nutrition in infants were collected through active interviews with the mothers and information from the medical documentation of their GPs during the surveys in 2007 and 2014. Wrong practices of infant feeding and serious problems in their nutritional status, such as short duration
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Mbogori, Teresia, and Mary Murimi. "Determinants of Maternal and Child Malnutrition Among Low Income Households in Turkana County, Kenya." FASEB Journal 31, S1 (2017). http://dx.doi.org/10.1096/fasebj.31.1_supplement.786.54.

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The purpose of this study was to determine the major factors associated with maternal and child malnutrition in Turkana County, Kenya, where 94% of the population lives in absolute poverty . The ultimate goal was to use these data to design a sustainable community based nutrition education intervention that would decrease malnutrition among women and children in Turkana.Four hundred and eight women and children were randomly selected from Nadapal and Nayainei villages in Turkana County. The participants were recruited by officials from Share International, a Faith Based Organization that works
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Fiorella, Kathryn J., Megan Moore, Folasade Wilson‐Anumudu, et al. "Evaluation of a Social Network for Improved Child Nutrition." FASEB Journal 31, S1 (2017). http://dx.doi.org/10.1096/fasebj.31.1_supplement.786.41.

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Research efforts have identified the power of social networks to influence health outcomes and their role in providing psychosocial, emotional, and material resources for maintaining good health practices. We evaluate an intervention designed to treat social networks affected by maternal and child malnutrition and engage not only mothers but also fathers, friends, and grandparents. The intervention included 6 facilitated sessions with sustained support for the subsequent year. Facilitators led groups (e.g. dramas, cooking demo, etc) in partnership with community health volunteers in topics of
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Katole, N. T., J. S. Kale, Meghali Kaple, and S. M. Waghmare. "Knowledge, Attitude, and Practice Analysis among Rural Mothers of 6 to 24 Month Age Child Regarding Complementary Feeding." Journal of Pharmaceutical Research International, December 21, 2021, 918–26. http://dx.doi.org/10.9734/jpri/2021/v33i60a34567.

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Introduction: According to WHO, exclusive breastfeeding is essential for first 6 moth of life, afterward by six months to meet raised energy and nutrient needs of growing infant complementary feeding is necessary [1]. Proper complementary feeding very essential for the proper physical, neurocognitive development of the child.&#x0D; Objectives: To assesses the knowledge, attitude, and practice among rural Indian mothers of age 6 to 24 month child regarding complementary feeding.&#x0D; Methods: This cross-sectional analysis study was conducted at a tertiary care teaching rural hospital in India
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Keen, M., and A. Gresse. "Knowledge, attitudes and practices of mothers regarding breastfeeding and complementary feeding." Journal of Consumer Sciences, August 13, 2024. https://doi.org/10.4314/jfecs.v7i1.271661.

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Mother’s appropriate, adequate feeding practices by mothers are important determinants in ensuring optimal health and well-being during infancy and early childhood. However, some mothers who visit public health clinics have minimal knowledge of breast- and complementary feeding. This study aimed to determine the knowledge, attitudes and practices of mothers regarding breastfeeding and weaning. A purposefully selected sample of 200 mothers with children below two years of age in the Colesberg district, Northern Cape, participated. After consent, a questionnaire on infant and early childhood fee
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