Provides the rationale for support groups, describes their design and implementation in Viet Nam, and summarizes lessons learned.

Presents the methodology and results of using linear programming to determine whether micronutrient needs could be met using only unfortified local foods in three countries, explores options for meeting these needs that includes fortified products, and compares the costs of the various scenarios.

Identifies actions during pregnancy and the first 2 years to improve nutrition and the impact on child health, education, and economic development.

Trainer Manual 2 is designed for use by trainers to prepare health-facility workers to deliver quality IYCF counseling services.

The trainer manual is designed for use in training village health workers to facilitate infant and young child feeding support groups at community level.