A COMPARATIVE STUDY TO ASSESS KNOWLEDGE REGARDING COMPLEMENTARY FEEDING AMONG MOTHERS AND FATHERS OF CHILDREN AT SELECTED RURAL AREA BHILWARA

Author Name: 1.Sanju Kumari Jat 2 Mrs. Sunita KS, 3. Mrs. Shiny John

Volume/Issue: 06/11

Country: India

DOI NO.: 08.2020-25662434 DOI Link: https://doi-ds.org/doilink/05.2026-27566417/UIJIR

Affiliation:

1. M.Sc Nursing Student, Government College of Nursing, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India.
2. Nursing Lecturer, Government College of Nursing, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India
3. Nursing Lecturer, Government College of Nursing, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

ABSTRACT

Complementary feeding is a crucial component of infant and young child nutrition, beginning at six months of age along with continued breastfeeding. Adequate knowledge of parents regarding appropriate complementary feeding practices plays a significant role in preventing malnutrition and promoting optimal growth and development in children. The researcher has personally experienced and witnessed a low knowledge level of fathers regarding complementary feeding comparatively mothers.

Key words: Complementary Feeding, Mother, Father