Background Inappropriate complementary feeding is a major contributor to child
malnutrition. Previous studies have described complementary feeding practice using single …

Methods: This descriptive cross sectional study was conducted in selected primary health
facilities in Ijebu-Ode. Multi stage sampling technique was employed to select 283 mother …

To facilitate optimal growth of newborns, many countries have developed infant feeding
recommendations, usually suggesting 4–6 mo of exclusive breastfeeding and then the …

Background Appropriate infant and young child nutrition is critical for proper growth and
development. In order to promote optimal nutrition at an early age, the World Health …

This study assessed caregivers' knowledge and practices and factors that influence the
adoption of improved infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices after nutrition …

Malnutrition among under-5 children has been linked to inadequate complementary feeding
practices. Children living without permanent parents have also been proven to have a …

Background Complementary feeding is a process starting at 6 months of age when
breastfeeding alone cannot provide the nutrients infants require. Foods and liquids are …

Background: Appropriate infant and young child feeding practices include timely initiation of
feeding of solid and semi-solid foods from age 6 months and improving the quality of foods …

Problem considered The initial foods that children have are critical not only for their
immediate survival but also for their long-term potential. This study was done to describe the …

Background: Poor nutrition status has been reported among children from pastoralist
communities with dietary practices being a key determinant. One of the major determinants …