1. Growth monitoring and promotion (GMP) services should be provided to children from birth until 2 years of age to monitor their growth and development. Key aspects of GMP include regular weight and height measurements and counseling caregivers based on the results. 2. Essential equipment for GMP includes weighing scales, length boards, and growth monitoring cards. Frontline health workers must be trained in GMP procedures. Measurements should be taken monthly for weight and every 3 months for height. Any growth faltering requires counseling the caregiver and potential referral. 3. Information from GMP sessions should be recorded and used to counsel caregivers. Records must be maintained to ensure continuous GMP services for children in the community

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