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Appropriate Complementary Feeding and Parenting Practices to Prevent Stunting in Children Sofia, Norlaila; Prihatanti, Nur Rohmah; Aprilea, Noor Adha; Nashriyah, Asy-syifa
Interest : Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan INTEREST: Jurnal Ilmu Kesehatan Volume 14 Issue 2 November 2025
Publisher : Poltekkes Kemenkes Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37341/interest.v14i2.751

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Background: Stunting is a major public health problem caused by chronic malnutrition and recurrent infections, especially during the First 1000 Days of Life. Banjar Regency recorded the highest stunting prevalence in South Kalimantan, reaching 44.4% in 2022. Parenting practices such as early initiation of breastfeeding (IMD), exclusive breastfeeding, appropriate complementary feeding (MP-ASI), vitamin A supplementation, and handwashing with soap (CTPS) play an essential role in stunting prevention. This study aimed to analyze the association between parenting practices and stunting incidence in Banjar Regency.  Methods: An observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted among mothers with children aged 12–24 months. Samples were selected using multistage random sampling. Data were collected through anthropometric measurements and structured questionnaires assessing parenting practices. Data were analyzed using the chi-square test with a significance level of p<0.05 and odds ratio (OR) estimation. Results: Most mothers practiced IMD (90%), provided MP-ASI (80%), and administered vitamin A supplementation (80%), but more than half did not exclusively breastfeed (43.3%). The prevalence of stunting was 40%. Statistical analysis showed a significant association between MP-ASI practices and stunting incidence (p-value = 0.026; OR = 0.082). However, IMD, exclusive breastfeeding, vitamin A supplementation, and CTPS were not significantly associated with stunting.  Conclusion: Complementary feeding practices have a strong protective effect against stunting. Therefore, strengthening maternal knowledge and community-based education on optimal complementary feeding practices should be prioritized in stunting prevention strategies.
Determinants of underweight among children under five years in Sungai Malang Community-Health Center Tunggal, Tri; Ariyani, Eka; Rusmilawaty, Rusmilawaty; Prihatanti, Nur Rohmah; Santi, Mina Yumei
JNKI (Jurnal Ners dan Kebidanan Indonesia) (Indonesian Journal of Nursing and Midwifery) Vol. 13 No. 4 (2025)
Publisher : Alma Ata University Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21927/jnki.2025.13(4).456-470

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Background: The most common nutritional problem in Indonesia is malnutrition. Children under five years are the age group that most often suffers from malnutrition. Underweight is a condition when a child's weight is below the normal range, indicated by a weight for age index of <-2 SD. Data from the health report for children under five years in North Hulu Sungai Regency, the percentage of underweight in Sungai Malang Community-Health Centers was 15.38% and in 2023 increase to 15.87%. Objectives: The aims of this research to determine the determinants of underweight among children under five years in Sungai Malang Community-Health Center, North Hulu Sungai Regency, South Kalimantan Province.Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 106 respondents selected through simple random sampling. Data were analyzed using univariate, bivariate (Chi-square), and multivariate (binary logistic regression) methods.Results: The prevalence of underweight was 33.96%. Significant determinants included low family income (OR=12.74; p=0.006), medium household size (OR=7.98; p=0.023), history of infectious diseases (OR=13.84; p=0.001), and low meal frequency (OR=47.19; p<0.001). Maternal education, child’s age, and sex were not significantly associated.Conclusions: Meal frequency emerged as the strongest determinant of underweight among children under five, followed by low family income, medium household size, and history of infectious diseases. The study recommends prioritizing efforts to improve meal frequency through community-based education, while encouraging health centers to actively promote early detection and prevention of underweight