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Stunting that has occurred if not balanced with catch-up growth (growing chase)

results in decreased growth. Stunting is a public health problem associated with an

increased risk of pain, death, and barriers to growth both motor and mental. Supriatin

et al., (2020) states that developmental delay disorder is characterized by slow

nervous maturity, slow motoric movement, lack of intelligence and slow social
response. The generation that grows up with less cognition and intellectual abilities

will be more difficult to master science and technology caused by weak analytical

skills.
b) Factor

Nutrients obtained since the baby is born certainly very influential on its growth

including the risk of stunting. The non-implementation of early breastfeeding

initiation (IMD), the failure of exclusive breast milk administration, and the process of
early weaning can be one of the factors for stunting. Meanwhile, in terms of

breastfeeding companion feeding (MP ASI) things that need to be considered are the

quantity, quality, and safety of food provided.

Socio-economic conditions and sanitation of residences are also associated with
stunting. Economic conditions are closely related to the ability to meet nutritious

intake and health services for pregnant women and toddlers. While sanitation and

food safety can increase the risk of infectious diseases (Aprihatin, 2020).

Infectious diseases caused by hygiene and poor sanitation (e.g. diarrhea and
distress) can interfere with the absorption of nutrients in the digestive process. Some

infectious diseases suffered by babies can cause the baby's weight to drop. If this

condition occurs for a long time and is not accompanied by adequate intake for the

healing process, it can lead to stunting. A person with an infection will become worse
if there is a lack of nutritional intake. Toddlers with malnutrition will be more

susceptible to infection (Anmaru, 2019).