https://doi.org/10.18697/ajfand.94.19820 16703 KNOWLEDGE, ATTITUDES AND
PRACTICES OF MOTHERS AND CAREGIVERS ON INFANT AND YOUNG Page 1 https://doi.org/10.18697/ajfand.94.19820 …

Introduction: Adequate nutrition knowledge, positive attitudes and perceptions, and good
practices of parents on infant and young child feeding (IYCF), among others, are essential …

Abstract Knowledge, attitude and practice (KAP) of mothers/caregivers on infant and young
child feeding are key factors for optimal nutritional status, health and growth of the children …

The knowledge of caregivers is an important factor when it comes to the maintenance of
both the nutritional status of children and protection of their nutritional needs to ensure a …

Background: This study assessed the effect of a nutrition education intervention aiming to
improve the knowledge and practices of under 5 years children's mothers on infant and …

Abstract Background and Objectives: Early child nutrition plays a vital role in the growth and
development not only in infancy but also later in life. This study was carried out to determine …

Background: Infant and young child nutrition has been engaging the attention of scientists
and governments over the years. Their feeding practices comprise both breastfeeding as …

Background: Age-appropriate infant feeding practice, a major determinant of child growth,
development, and survival remains suboptimal in many developing countries. Objectives …

Background From 6 months of age, children need, in addition to breast milk, a
complementary food whose nutritional composition meets their needs. However, low …

Introduction: Appropriate feeding and consequently good nutritional status of young children
largely depends on their caregivers. Aim: The current study aimed at assessing …