Jurnal Life Birth

The Relationship Between Mothers' Knowledge Level and Stunting Prevention Efforts in Toddlers at Public Health Center X, West Jakarta

2026-01-07T06:24:41+00:00

Background: Stunting is one of the major public health issues affecting children and remains a serious concern, particularly in underdeveloped and developing countries. Stunting in toddlers has more severe consequences, including impaired cognitive development, reduced physical growth, functional disorders, and increased risk of mortality. Objective: This study aimed to determine the relationship between mothers’ knowledge levels and stunting prevention efforts among toddlers at Puskesmas X, West Jakarta. Methods: This study employed an analytic observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 98 respondents selected from a population of 5,057 using quota sampling. Data analysis included univariate and bivariate analyses using the Chi-square test. Results: Univariate analysis showed that 84 respondents (85.7%) had a good level of knowledge regarding stunting prevention, while 14 respondents (14.3%) had a moderate level of knowledge. A total of 58 respondents (59.2%) demonstrated good stunting prevention efforts, whereas 40 respondents (40.8%) showed moderate prevention efforts. Bivariate analysis revealed a p-value of 0.059 (p > 0.05). Conclusion: The study concluded that there was no significant relationship between mothers’ knowledge levels and stunting prevention efforts among toddlers at Puskesmas X, West Jakarta. It is recommended that health promotion activities on stunting prevention be strengthened for families and the community during the critical period of toddler growth and development.

Study of Community Knowledge on the Use of Medicinal Plants for Reproductive Health in Salemba Village

2026-04-11T08:40:36+00:00

Reproductive health is an important aspect of human health, encompassing physical, mental, and social conditions related to the reproductive system. The use of medicinal plants as traditional treatment is still widely practiced by the community, including for maintaining reproductive health. However, such practices are often not supported by adequate knowledge. This study aims to determine the level of community knowledge and analyze the relationship between respondent characteristics (age, education, and occupation) and the use of medicinal plants for reproductive health in Salemba Village.This study employed a quantitative analytic design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 104 respondents selected using purposive sampling technique. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire that had been tested for validity and reliability. Data analysis was conducted using univariate and bivariate methods with the Chi-Square test.The results showed that the majority of respondents had a moderate level of knowledge (55.8%), followed by good (28.8%) and poor (15.4%). There was a significant relationship between age and knowledge (p = 0.041), education and knowledge (p = 0.002), and occupation and knowledge (p = 0.033). In addition, there was a significant relationship between the level of knowledge and the use of medicinal plants for reproductive health (p = 0.001). In conclusion, knowledge plays an important role in influencing the use of medicinal plants. Therefore, improving health education is necessary to promote the safe, effective, and rational use of medicinal plants.

Keywords: knowledge, medicinal plants, reproductive health, community

Overview General The Relationship Between Parental Support and Children's Anxiety During Infusion Installation in The Children's Room at Hospital X

2026-02-04T09:27:02+00:00

Background: Child anxiety during medical procedures, such as intravenous (IV) insertion, is a common issue that can affect both comfort and the success of the procedure. Parental support plays a crucial role in helping children manage this anxiety. This study aimed to examine the relationship between parental support and the level of child anxiety during IV insertion in the Pediatric Ward of Ciputra Hospital Citra Garden City. This study employed an analytic quantitative design with a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of 67 respondents, and the sample included 67 children undergoing IV insertion along with their accompanying parents, selected using a total sampling technique. Data were collected using questionnaires to measure parental support and the children’s anxiety levels. Data analysis was performed using the Chi-Square test to determine the relationship between parental support and child anxiety levels. The results showed that most respondents received high parental support, with 52 respondents (77.6%). Statistical analysis indicated a significant relationship between parental support and the children’s anxiety levels (p = 0.032). The study concludes that parental support is an important factor in reducing child anxiety during medical procedures. These findings can serve as a basis for healthcare professionals to actively involve parents in child care and as a reference for developing family education programs focused on managing child anxiety.