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Article History

Received: 17 June 2025

Accepted: 31 December 2025

First Online: 11 January 2026

Declarations

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: The Declaration of Helsinki was adhered to in the present study. The rights, safety, and dignity of the study participants were paramount during all research activities. The data did not have identification markers and was not shared or misused by the researchers. NFHS-5 received ethical approval from the International Review Board of the ICF and the Review Board of the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS). It also received a review from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). The study was conducted with the understanding that participants consented to the survey. The data did not have identification markers and were not shared or misused by the researchers. The study was conducted with the understanding that participants gave their informed consent to the survey.

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: This study demonstrates the important link between good maternal health and the healthy growth of their children. Important associations with underweight children were identified, such as receiving supplementary nutrition during pregnancy and lack of postnatal doctor visits. These associations can guide health care planners in their efforts to ensure that children experience healthy growth. Healthy growth among children is an important component in ensuring the well-being of society in the short and long term.

: The authors declare no competing interests.