Table 2 Socio-demographic characteristics of women interviewed
| Characteristics, n = 39 | Frequency | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Age of the mother (years) | ||
| < 21 | 4 | 10% |
| 21–30 | 13 | 33% |
| > 30 | 22 | 57% |
| Marital status | ||
| With partner | 32 | 82% |
| Ability to read and write | ||
| Yes | 37 | 95% |
| Education level of the mother | ||
| Illiterate | 2 | 5% |
| Primary incomplete | 19 | 49% |
| Primary complete | 15 | 38% |
| Secondary incomplete | 3 | 8% |
| Main occupation | ||
| Farming | 39 | 100% |
| Number of children | ||
| 0 | 10 | 26% |
| 1–2 | 21 | 54% |
| 3+ | 8 | 20% |
| Experience in child feeding | ||
| Yes | 30 | 77% |