Appropriate complementary feeding practices and associated factors among mothers with infants aged 6-8 months in West Gojjam Zone, Northwest Ethiopia: A mixed methods study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Appropriate complementary feeding is critical to improve children's nutrition, health, and development. However, these practices are notably low among Ethiopian mothers. Therefore, this study aimed to assess appropriate complementary feeding practices and associated factors among mothers with infants aged 6-8 months in West Gojjam Zone, Northwest Ethiopia.

Methods

A community-based cross-sectional study including 802 mothers with infants aged 6-8 months was conducted from June to December 2023. Study participants were selected using a cluster sampling technique. Quantitative data were collected using structured questionnaires, while semi-structured interview guides were employed for qualitative data collection. Multivariable logistic regression was used to identif

SUBMITTER: Birhanu S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12530518 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature