Effect of community-based nutrition on infant nutrition and associated health practices in Narok, Kenya.

Background: Lack of knowledge, and poor attitudes and practices among rural women have been shown to negatively influence maternal, infant and young child nutrition outcomes as well as child health and cognitive development.

Objectives: The aim of the study was to assess the impact of community-based nutrition on infant nutrition.

Methods: A mixed method approach using a structured questionnaire to collect quantitative data (n=234) and Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) for qualitative data was used in Narok County, Kenya.