Factors affecting stunting growth in children who have a birth weight less than 2500 grams

Abstract

Height is an indicator to determine the incidence of stunting. It is hoped that children will not be stunted because it can affect intelligence. This study aims to analyze the factors that influence the growth of stunting in children whose birth weight is less than 2500 grams. This type of observational analytic research, cross-sectional design. The study population was all toddlers who have a birth weight of less than 2500 grams in Tulungagung Regency. The inclusion criteria were 36-48 months of age. The sample is 271 respondents. Data collection was carried out using questionnaires and height measurements, then the data were analyzed using Pearson, Chi-Square, and Spearman rho tests. The results showed there was a relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and maternal knowledge with the incidence of stunting. The time for giving complementary foods is right, but due to the lack of knowledge of mothers about the nutritional needs of toddlers, it causes less nutritional needs, resulting in stunting.