Background. Timely, appropriate, safe, adequate, and frequent feeding is essential during
the transition period for optimal growth and development as well as vulnerability of the child …

Introduction: Child feeding practices have a direct consequence on the nutritional status of
children under two year which ultimately have impact on child survival. Socio-cultural …

Introduction: Across the world, nutritional problems related to complementary feeding
practices were among the leading killers for most of under-5 children. Timely initiation of …

Introduction: There is ample evidence that early initiation of breastfeeding, preferably within
the first hour after birth has a significant effect on reducing overall neonatal mortality. This …

First, my deepest acknowledgement goes to my supervisors: Dr. Irene Ogada, Dr. Whadi-ah
Parker and Dr. Peter Chege for their professional guidance, inspiration and commitment …

Abstract [1],[3] In fact, various actions have been taken and strategies have been
implemented to safeguard, encourage, and advocate breastfeeding, such as sanctioning …

Adequate infant and young child feeding practices in children< 2years is the most important
determinant of under-five mortality and morbidity. According to World Health Organization1 …