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Research Paper | Nursing | India | Volume 14 Issue 2, February 2025 | Popularity: 5.8 / 10
Assess the Knowledge regarding Weaning among Mothers of Infant in selected Urban Community at Jhansi with a View to Develop an Information Booklet
Sujata Poonia, Nishtha Thakur, Arpita Phillips Jacob
Abstract: Weaning is a significant phase in an infant's development, representing the transition from exclusive breastfeeding or formula feeding to the introduction of solid foods. Proper knowledge about weaning practices is crucial for mothers to ensure their infants receive adequate nutrition and grow healthily. Despite its importance, there often exists a gap in mothers' understanding of appropriate weaning practices, leading to potential nutritional deficiencies and health issues in infants. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge of weaning practices among mothers of infants in a selected urban community at Jhansi, with the goal of developing an informative booklet on weaning to address these knowledge gaps. This study aims to evaluate the knowledge regarding weaning practices among mothers of infants in a selected urban community at Jhansi, with the goal of developing an informative booklet on weaning. A descriptive, cross-sectional study was conducted with mothers of infants aged 6-12 months in an urban community at Jhansi. Participants were selected using simple random sampling. Data were collected through a structured questionnaire covering demographic information and knowledge about weaning practices. Descriptive and inferential statistics were applied to analyses the data and identify significant knowledge gaps. The study revealed that many mothers had inadequate knowledge about appropriate weaning practices. Common misconceptions included the timing of introducing solid foods and the types of suitable foods for infants. Most mothers were unaware of the recommended nutritional requirements during the weaning period. The findings underscore the need for targeted educational interventions to improve weaning knowledge among mothers in the selected community. Based on the identified gaps, an information booklet was developed to provide comprehensive guidance on weaning practices. This resource aims to support mothers in making informed decisions about their infants' nutrition, ultimately promoting better health outcomes.
Keywords: Weaning, infant, nutrition, misconception, information booklet
Edition: Volume 14 Issue 2, February 2025
Pages: 1399 - 1402
DOI: https://www.doi.org/10.21275/SR25222153216
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