Age, Education, and Maternal Knowledge Related to Stunting Incidents in Patianrowo District, Nganjuk

Stunting is a condition where toddlers fail to grow due to chronic malnutrition for a long time. Stunting is caused by a many of factors, such as age, education, and maternal knowledge. The purpose of this study was to determine the relationship between age, education and maternal knowledge with the incidence of stunting at the Posyandu in Ngepung Village, Patianrowo District, Nganjuk. This type of research is an Analytical Survey with a cross-sectional approach. The sample used in this study was 100 respondents (mothers and toddlers) at the Posyandu in Ngepung Village, Patianrowo District, Nganjuk Regency. The sampling technique used was total sampling. The instrument used was a Questionnaire. Data analysis used was in the form of univariate to multivariate analysis. Data frequency is shown via univariate analysis. The Chi-Square Test is used in bivariate analysis. Lastly, the Multiple Linear Regression Test is used in Multivariate Analysis. According to the study's findings, there is a relationship between the incidence of stunting and age (p-value = 0.008; b = 1.332, OR = 0.264), maternal education (p-value = 0.032; b = 1.244, OR = 0.288), and maternal knowledge (p-value = 0.000; b = 2.016, OR = 7.511). In order to prevent stunting in Indonesia, health professionals are supposed to be able to offer regular counseling as well as advice on proper diet for their children. Keywords: Age; Education; Maternal Knowledge; Stunting