Table 1 FGD-data collection guide (adapted from Pelto et al., 2013)
From: Challenges and responses to infant and young child feeding in rural Rwanda: a qualitative study
Modules | Content | Focus |
|---|---|---|
1. Breastfeeding (BF) | Infants 0–5 months of age - BF initiation, exclusive breastfeeding and other care practices - Difficulties encountered during BF period and coping responses | - Period of exclusive BF (0–5 months) - Community members’ perceptions on BF practices |
2. Complementary feeding (CF) | Infants 6–8; 9–12; 13–23 months of age - Timing of introduction of CF - Feeding practices, foods or drinks given to the infants in addition to BF - Difficulties encountered during this period and coping responses | - Community members’ perceptions on CF practices - Care and duties |
3. Food preparation, feeding practices, and storage of foods and drinks for infants | Infants 6–8; 9–12; 13–23 months of age - Caregiver behaviors in relation to food preparation and storage | - Specially prepared food for infant (if prepared for whole family, is it modified for the infant, e.g., thinned out?) - Who prepares the food? - How prepared: single portion or extra (if so, which type of storage vessel)? - Who feeds the food to the infant, specifically when mother is away? |
4. Breastfeeding and complementary feeding challenges and responses | - Perceptions on challenges, and responses applied to overcome challenges - Community support for IYCF | - Perceptions on breastfeeding and complementary feeding challenges - Responses to challenges - Role of other community members in providing support |