Elizabeth T. Nyirenda
University of Zambia, Department of Population Studies, Lusaka, Zambia
Publications
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Research Article
Influence of Infant and Young Child Feeding Practices on Stunting in Children aged 6-23 months in Zambia
Author(s): Andrew Banda, Elizabeth T. Nyirenda, Chabila C. Mapoma, Bwalya B. Bwalya and Nkuye Moyo*
Background: Infant and child nutrition in Zambia remains a pressing public health problem. The Zambia Demographic and Health Survey (ZDHS) indicates that 35% of children under-five and 36 % among those aged 6-23 months are stunted. This study set out to assess the influence of Infant and Child Feeding (IYCF) practices on child stunting (6-23 months) in Zambia. Methods: The 2008 ZDHS children’s data were analysed to measure stunting among infants aged 6-23 months. We fitted a bivariate logistic regression to measure association between feeding practices and stunting in children. Pearson’s Chisquare test of proportions and adjusted odd ratios (AOR) with confidence intervals at 95% are reported. Results: Findings indicate that 36% of children 6-23 months old were stunted. IYCF practices indicators remain r.. Read More»