Table 5.
Results of bivariate and multivariate logistic regression analyses of association between maternal depression and inappropriate complementary feeding practices of infantsb
| Variables | COR (95% CI) | P value[Link] | AOR (95% CI) | P value[Link] |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maternal depression | ||||
| EPDS score <13a | ||||
| EPDS score ≥13 | 3.27 (1.06–10.07) | .039 | 3.67 (1.09–12.32) | .035 |
| Wealth index | ||||
| Uppera | ||||
| Middle | 2.53 (0.30–21.42) | .39 | ||
| Lower | 3.73 (0.34–32.43) | .23 | ||
| Level of education | ||||
| Educateda | ||||
| Not educated | 5.28 (1.30–21.37) | .019 | 5.14 (1.24–21.21) | .023 |
| Occupation | ||||
| Housewifea | ||||
| Working | 0.53 (0.04–3.32) | .37 | ||
| Family size | ||||
| <4a | ||||
| 4–5 | 0.87 (0.21–3.66) | .85 | ||
| >5 | 1.05 (0.31–3.64) | .92 | ||
| Level of household food security | ||||
| Food securea | ||||
| Food insecure | 3.32 (1.01–10.99) | .049 | ||
| Maternal workload | ||||
| Lowa | ||||
| Medium | 1.8 (0.41–7.88) | .43 | ||
| Heavy | 2.5 (0.59–10.47) | .25 |
Abbreviations: AOR, adjusted odd ratio; COR, crude odd ratio.
*Statistically significant P < .05.
a
Reference categories.
b
If infant did not meet WHO composed indicators (timely introduction of semi‐solid or solid complementary feeding, minimum dietary diversity and minimum meal frequency).