KONSELING GIZI "BB Balita Kurang"

Summary

This transcript captures a counseling session between a health professional and a mother concerning her child’s underweight and eating habits. The health worker reviews the child’s growth, noting a weight of 10 kg and a height of 88 cm at 3 years old, indicating malnutrition. The counselor provides dietary recommendations, including balanced meals with carbohydrates, proteins, vegetables, fruits, and dairy. Strategies to improve the child’s appetite, like varied and visually appealing food, are suggested. The session emphasizes patience and proper hydration, aiming to enhance the child’s nutrition and overall growth.

Takeaways

• 😀 The speaker introduces themselves as a counselor and reassures the mother about confidentiality.
• 😀 The mother expresses concern about her child's weight, mentioning that the child eats snacks but refuses meals.
• 😀 The child is 3 years old, weighs 10 kg, and is 88 cm tall, which is considered below average according to WHO standards.
• 😀 The speaker identifies three key issues: insufficient weight, poor appetite, and reliance on snacks instead of balanced meals.
• 😀 It is emphasized that the child’s poor appetite is a common issue for this age group.
• 😀 The counselor suggests focusing on balanced nutrition, including carbohydrates, proteins, vegetables, and fruits.
• 😀 The importance of avoiding unhealthy snacks, like fried foods and sugary drinks, is stressed to ensure proper growth.
• 😀 The counselor advises the mother to offer food in varied forms and presentations to make it more appealing to the child.
• 😀 Patience is encouraged during mealtimes, as children at this age may be picky eaters and require time to adjust.
• 😀 The counselor suggests offering water and avoiding cold or sugary drinks to maintain hydration and health.
• 😀 The session concludes with the counselor summarizing dietary recommendations and hoping the child will gain weight and eat more healthily.

Q & A

What is the main concern discussed in the counseling session?

The main concern is the child’s insufficient weight gain and low appetite, which are affecting the child’s overall growth and development.

How does the counselor assess the child's weight and height?

The counselor notes that the child is three years old, weighing 10 kg and measuring 88 cm in height, which is considered underweight according to WHO guidelines.

What causes the child's low weight, according to the counselor?

The child's low weight is attributed to poor appetite, as the child eats very little, sometimes only once a day, and prefers snacking over regular meals.

What dietary recommendations does the counselor provide to improve the child's nutrition?

The counselor recommends a balanced diet consisting of carbohydrates, protein (both plant-based and animal-based), vegetables, fruits, and dairy products like milk, yogurt, or cheese.

What types of food should be avoided in the child's diet?

The counselor advises avoiding foods high in oil and fat, such as fried foods, as well as sugary or overly cold drinks, as they can interfere with the child’s growth and digestion.

How does the counselor suggest increasing the child’s appetite?

To increase the child’s appetite, the counselor suggests presenting food in a variety of ways, such as making meals visually appealing by decorating the food to make it more attractive and engaging for the child.

What is the importance of patience when dealing with a child’s eating habits?

Patience is essential, as forcing or pressuring a child to eat can lead to negative associations with food. The counselor emphasizes staying calm and not letting frustration lead to punitive actions like hitting.

Why is it important to encourage drinking water for the child?

Encouraging the child to drink water regularly helps with hydration and supports healthy digestion, which is important for their overall growth and well-being.

What is the counselor's advice regarding snacks and junk food?

The counselor advises limiting snacks and junk food, as the child prefers to eat these foods over proper meals. This habit can hinder the child’s nutritional intake and affect their growth.

How does the counselor emphasize the importance of a balanced diet?

The counselor stresses that a balanced diet is crucial for the child’s growth, recommending a variety of foods like carbohydrates, proteins, vegetables, fruits, and dairy. This approach is designed to provide the necessary nutrients for proper development.