ADEQUACY OF BREAST MILK AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF BABIES AGED 1-6 MONTHS

Background: The age of 0-24 months is a period of rapid growth and development, so it is often termed a golden period as well as a critical period. Breast milk (breast milk) is milk produced by the mother and contains the nutrients needed by the baby for the needs and development of the baby. Purpose: This study was conducted with the aim of knowing the relationship between the adequacy of breastfeeding and the development of infants aged 1-6 months. Methode: This research is an analytic survey with a quantitative approach and cross sectional design. The population in this study were mothers and infants aged 1-6 months and received exclusive breastfeeding. The sampling technique used was accidental sampling. The study was conducted at one of Health Center in June to July 2020. Data collection techniques used questionnaires, and filling out the KPSP. Result: The results showed that 72.7% of infants with sufficient breast milk and 51.5% of infants had appropriate development. 62.5% of infants with sufficient breast milk have appropriate development. There is a relationship between the adequacy of breast milk and the development of infants aged 0-6 months who receive exclusive breastfeeding.