GAMBARAN PENGETAHUAN TENTANG ASI EKSKLUSIF PADA IBU YANG MEMILIKI BAYI USIA 0-6 BULAN DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS TINONDO

Abstrak

Background: Newborns who are not exclusively breastfed have a much higher risk of death from diarrhea, which is 3.94 times larger than newborns who get exclusive breastfeeding. Objective: To gain a comprehensive understanding of knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors related to exclusive breastfeeding. Method: This study employs a qualitative technique, specifically using a phenomenological research design. The participants in this research consisted of five women who had children between the ages of 0 and 6 months. These moms were selected as key informants. Results: The study indicates that women had a high degree of awareness on exclusive breastfeeding. This is attributed to the proactive involvement of healthcare professionals who continuously carry out awareness initiatives, both at healthcare facilities and via direct visits to people's homes. Moreover, a significant proportion of moms in this region have a strongly favorable mindset, expressing dissatisfaction when others fail to adhere to exclusive breastfeeding. The prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding is also significant owing to its presumed significance for cognitive development, immune system function, and optimal nutritional composition. Conclusion: it can be concluded that overall, the knowledge, attitudes, and behaviors of mothers with infants aged 0-6 months mostly indicate a good level. These results can also be associated with various types of support, particularly support from local health staff or personnel, which is one of the factors contributing to shaping this condition.

Kata kunci

• Attitude
• Exclusive Breastfeeding
• Practice
• knowledge
• mothers