BREAST FEEDING AND WEANING PRACTICES OF 'AT RISK' CHILDREN IN RELATION TO SOCIO-ECONOMIC STATUS OF FAMILY

摘要

In this study, the common tradition of discarding breast milk for first 2-3 days, late initiation of breast feeding after birth, prolonged breast feeding with delayed supplementary nutrition were more prevalent amongst the mothers of 'at risk' children than 'no risk' children, the 'at risk' children need more attention of the mother, family members, and health personnel in all aspects of feeding care. In order to bring positive improvement in the feeding and weaning practices of infants and young children, it is important that key messages in nutrition education by all possible means be provided to all mothers with a special emphasis on the healthy feeding practices for the 'at risk' group who required greater attention to attain full growth potential.