FACTORS INFLUENCING MOTHERS' SUPPLEMENTARY FOOD PROVISIONS TO INFANTS AGED 0-6 MONTHS IN THE ONOLALU PUBLIC HEALTH CENTER WORKING AREA, ONOLALU DISTRICT, NIAS REGENCY, 2023
Keywords:
Mother, Supplementary Food, infantAbstract
While exclusive breastfeeding is the gold standard for infants under six months, the premature introduction of complementary foods (MP-ASI) remains a widespread practice. This research investigated the determinants of early supplementary feeding among mothers within the Onolalu Health Center’s jurisdiction in Nias Regency. Employing a descriptive quantitative method with a cross-sectional framework, the study surveyed 34 participants via total sampling. Statistical analysis using the chi-square test identified maternal knowledge and employment status as critical factors (p = 0.000 ). In contrast, the origin of information did not demonstrate a meaningful correlation (p = 0.173). These results suggest that healthcare practitioners must prioritize ongoing counseling to foster better understanding of breastfeeding protocols.
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