Abstract :
Stunting is a condition of growth in the height of toddlers experiencing disorders where their size does
not match their age. Stunting or short body is a long-term indicator for a malnourished toddler, where the event
is caused by failure and long-term chronic malnutrition. The novelty of this study is that it examines the risk
factors for stunting in toddlers aged 24-59 months. This study aims to analyze the risk factors for stunting in
toddlers aged 24-59 months in the Motolohu Health Center Working Area, Pohuwato Regency. This study used
observational analytical research using a case-control research design. Sampling used total sampling with a
total sample count of 66. Data collection using questionnaire sheets and observation. Data analysis using Odds
Ratio (OR) calculation and Chi-Square test. The results of the study obtained a history of IMD (OR=7,703 and
p-value=0.001), a history of exclusive breastfeeding (OR=14,063 and p-value=0,000), a history of giving
complementary foods (OR=8,543 and p-value=0.000), maternal birth distance (OR=0.560 and p-value=0.451),
maternal height (OR=1.159 and p-value=0.786) and maternal work (OR=1,611 and p-value=0.492). The
conclusion is that the risk factors for stunting in toddlers are IMD history, exclusive breastfeeding history, MP?ASI history, mother's height, and mother's occupation.