Factors Related to Stunting in Toddlers Aged 6-24 Months
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.37506/mlu.v20i4.2065Keywords:
Stunting, toddler, birth weight, feeding.Abstract
Stunting is one of worrying nutritional problems in Indonesia as its prevalence grows every year. The general
objective of this study is to determine factors related to stunting. This study used cross-sectional approach
conducted in Kendari City and Semarang City from April to December 2019. The population was children
under two years old in Kendari City and Semarang City. Data were analyzed quantitatively, consisting of
univariate and bivariate analysis with the help of SPSS. Data analyzed were presented in the form of table
and description to discuss the results. The results showed that variables that were significantly correlated
with stunting in this study were birth weight (p = 0.014), feeding (p = 0.014), mother’s height (p = 0.004),
ANC (p = 0.008), mother’s education (p = 0.007), drinking water use (p = 0.0001), toilet use (0.047). To
prevent stunting, it is suggested based on this study to focus on variables like feeding suitability, mother’s
weight, ANC examination, drinking water use and toilet use.
