Abstract

Thirty-four consecutive mothers of infants, above 6 months of age attending in an OPD pediatrics at Kishwer Fazal Teaching Hospital Lahore, were interviewed using questionnaire to determine how well they were informed about weaning process. Methodology: A cross sectional survey was conducted using questionnaire method regarding definitions, age at which weaning should be initiated, foodstuffs to be included, principles to be followed and myths in context to weaning. Findings: Educated mothers have concept about weaning and started weaning at proper time while illiterate mothers have poor concept of weaning. It was found that us of total 21% infants were fed on cow milk, 16% formula milk, 32% on exclusive breast feeding and 32% were fed on mixed feeding. Conclusions: Improved health facilities, child and maternal health programs, easy access to mass media along with the increased literacy in women, it has been seen that many mothers are well aware about weaning process. Through a still few mothers are lacking knowledge. Keywords: Mother, Knowledge, Weaning Process, Infants.

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