Study of Complementary feeding practices among mothers of infants aged six months to one year
Journal Title: Healthline - Year 2014, Vol 5, Issue 2
Abstract
Introduction: Infants and young children are at an increased risk of malnutrition from six months of age onwards, when breast milk alone is no longer sufficient to meet all their nutritional requirements and complementary feeding should be started. Hence this study was undertaken to assess the practices of complementary feeding. Methods: This hospital-based cross-sectional study was conducted at one private hospital in Salem, Tamil Nadu during the month of December 2013. Fifty mothers of infants between six months and one year attending the paediatric outpatient departments of the above-mentioned hospital were selected for the study by random sampling technique. The study instrument was a closed ended structured questionnaire. Logistic regression was done with feeding practice as dependent and socio demographic factors as independent variables. Results: In the present study 62% mothers had started complementary feeding before the recommended time of six months. Residence area and education level of mother were significantly related with the use of proper weaning practices. Most of the nursing mothers who were home makers and had family income more than Rs. 10,000 preferred commercial weaning foods. Conclusion: Use of proper weaning practices among the mother was improper among the majority cases. For the betterment of infant’s health, existing motivational and awareness programme need to be strengthened and widen by the relevant authorities.
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Kavitha S, Nadhiya C, R Parimalavalli
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