Training in making MP-ASI menus and nutritious meals in Glodogan, Klaten to prevent stunting

Abstract

Stunting in children is still a problem in Klaten. Even though it is not the highest in Central Java, this is still a concern. The first two years of life (0-24 months) are a critical period for a child's growth and development. This period offers the most significant opportunities to optimize intellectual and physical development. The role of parents is very much needed in this case, especially the role of a mother. A mother should possess the skills to select high-quality and appropriate quantities of food and to prepare nutritious and balanced meals that meet the nutritional needs of her toddler. This community service was implemented to target audiences interested in education on fulfilling complementary food for breast milk (MP ASI) daily nutrition for 20 mothers who have 6 – 24 months old baby. This community service was conducted in Glodogan Village, South Klaten District, Klaten. The success of the program is carried out by giving pretests and posttests to participants. These two tests prove that participants understand better after socialization. The results showed that there was increasing average score of questionnaires from 48.75 to 96.25. The contribution of this service is MP-ASI products that are quality, clean, and safe for consumption and marketing because MPASI is made by ourselves. Therefore, we can be sure of its cleanliness from the ingredients used to make it safer for children to consume. This activity will continue in collaboration with PKK mothers through Posyandu activities. This is a form of ongoing assistance and can increase cooperation with partners.

Keywords

• Stunting
• MP-ASI snack
• Socialization
• Training