Upaya Pengentasan Stunting melalui Program Pemberian Bantuan Makan Tambahan Anak di Posyandu Kelurahan Sidorejo

Abstract

The growth and development process of children under five is an important aspect in the development of future generations in Indonesia. Stunting, or impaired growth, is a serious problem that can hinder children's potential to achieve optimal progress. Although efforts have been made to address stunting, its prevalence is still quite high in Indonesia, including in North Sumatra. This study aims to evaluate the impact of the efforts to alleviate stunting through the child supplementary feeding program at the Posyandu in Kelurahan Sidorejo, Medan City. The research method used is qualitative with a postpositivism approach, which involves researchers in understanding the context of the phenomenon being studied. The results showed that efforts to prevent stunting through the supplementary feeding program have had a positive impact, such as improving children's nutritional status and better monitoring of growth and development. Based on these findings, it is recommended that the community, government, and future researchers continue to work together to increase knowledge and access to stunting prevention programs to reduce its negative impact on children's growth in Indonesia, especially in Sidorejo Village, Medan City.