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Anju Aggarwal1, Sanjay Verma, Mma Faridi
1Department of Pediatrics, University College of Medical Science and Guru Teg Bahadur Hospital, Delhi, India. aggar_anju@yahoo.com
Indian Journal of Pediatrics
|February 5, 2008
Summary
Complementary feeding (CF) practices and maternal knowledge are inadequate in most infants aged 6 months to 2 years. Inappropriate CF practices are common, highlighting a need for improved infant nutrition education.
Area of Science:
- Pediatrics
- Public Health Nutrition
- Infant Nutrition
Background:
- Complementary feeding (CF) is crucial for infant growth and development.
- Inappropriate CF practices can lead to malnutrition and health issues.
- Maternal knowledge significantly influences CF practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate complementary feeding practices in infants aged 6 months to 2 years.
- To assess mothers' knowledge regarding appropriate complementary feeding.
- To identify reasons behind suboptimal complementary feeding practices.
Main Methods:
- A semi-structured questionnaire was used to assess CF practices in 200 children.
- Maternal knowledge and demographic profiles were recorded.
- Open-ended questions explored reasons for inappropriate practices.
Main Results:
- Only 17.5% of infants received CF starting at 6 months; the mean initiation age was 13.37 months.
- Adequate quantity and appropriate consistency were observed in only 25% and 38% of cases, respectively.
- Maternal education correlated with knowledge of CF timing, but overall maternal knowledge was inadequate in most mothers.
Conclusions:
- Complementary feeding practices and maternal knowledge are significantly lacking.
- Interventions are needed to improve maternal understanding and implementation of appropriate CF.
- Addressing barriers like infant feeding refusal is essential for better infant nutrition outcomes.
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