The main objectives of the study were to assess the adequacy of use of the municipal child
welfare clinics for growth moitoring and to find some reasons that may be influencing; the
socio -econoimic and demographic factors and the knowledge of the mothers. The study
showed that the mothers knowledge on the frequency of growth monitoring was poor. It was
recommended that ; Action should be taken to hold child welfare clinics on Saturdays so the
mothers who are employed can bring their children to the clinic.Improve the knowledge of
the mothers. Encourage the mothers to use the child welfare clinics situated in the area of
residence. Reduce the time spent in the clinic.
