Counseling in Growth Monitoring and Promotion: A Rapid Desk Review and Learning Agenda
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This document is a rapid desk review and learning agenda on counseling in growth monitoring and promotion (GMP), a core component of primary health care services in many countries.
USAID, USAID ADVANCING NUTRITION · 2023

Abstract
The review aims to inform research and learning investments to strengthen GMP globally, particularly in the context of the Sustainable Development Goals. It summarizes what is known about counseling within GMP, its effectiveness, challenges, and potential promising solutions, and identifies gaps, recommendations, and learning questions for the way forward. The document is based on a consultation with experts, a desk review, and listening sessions with health workers, and complements ongoing work on growth monitoring by other organizations.
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USAID Advancing Nutrition