Village Midwives Research Articles

Effectiveness of Implementing the Stunting Prevention Program in East Sambirejo Village, Percut Sei Tuan District

Stunting is a condition of failure to thrive in children under five whose height is much shorter than the height of children their age due to malnutrition. Stunting prevention is one of the areas of focus in health development because growth at an early age is an important thing to pay attention to. Because one of the causes of stunting can arise from environmental factors, as well as from the food consumed, whether looking at the source of nutrition or vitamins. The success of the Stunting Prevention Program can be seen if the program's effectiveness refers to measures of program effectiveness. This research aims to analyze the effectiveness of implementing the stunting prevention program in Sambirejo Timur Village, Percut Sei Tuan District. This study used descriptive qualitative method. The subjects in this study were 5 people consisting of the Head of East Sambirejo Village, Village Midwife, Posyandu Cadre, Pregnant Women, Mothers with babies. Data collection uses observation, interview and documentation techniques. Data analysis techniques use data reduction, data presentation and drawing conclusions. Data validity uses source triangulation and technique triangulation. The research results show that the effectiveness of the implementation of the stunting prevention program in the village of East Sambirejo has been said to be effective. This is shown by several programs that have run as expected. The final results of this research conclude that the implementation of the Stunting Prevention Program in East Sambirejo Village, Percut Sei Tuan District has been implemented in accordance with measures of program effectiveness effectively, but is still not optimal. This can be seen from several things, namely in the implementation of socialization there are still people who do not participate in the socialization so there is a lack of human resources who understand the program being implemented.

GAMBARAN TUGAS DAN TANGGUNG JAWAB BIDAN DESA SELAMA PANDEMI COVID-19 DI WILAYAH KERJA PUSKESMAS CIMAREME

The COVID-19 pandemic which started at the end of 2019 has had a major impact on various sectors, including the health sector in Indonesia. One group of health workers who are greatly affected are Village Midwives, who play an important role in Maternal and Child Health (KIA) services. During the pandemic, Village Midwives were faced with a double challenge, namely providing MCH services and playing a role in handling COVID-19 at the village level. With social restrictions and changes in health service policies, their duties and responsibilities have become more complex and difficult. This research aims to explore the duties and responsibilities of Village Midwives during the COVID-19 pandemic. This research uses a qualitative research method with a phenomenological approach. The subjects in this research were 5 village midwives who worked in the Cimareme Community Health Center working area. This research was analyzed manually using mixed inductive and deductive data analysis. The results of this research are that during the COVID-19 pandemic, Cimareme Community Health Center Village Midwives received additional duties in handling COVID-19 cases, namely tracing, testing, treatment, recording and reporting. The conclusion of this research is that during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Cimareme Community Health Center Village Midwife faced dual duties and responsibilities, namely carrying out MCH services and handling COVID-19 cases. The researcher's suggestion is that there is a need for further research using mixed methods and increasing the number of informants in order to provide a more comprehensive picture.

Traditional beliefs and practices of postpartum care in rural East Nusa Tenggara, Indonesia

Maternal mortality remains a pressing public health issue in Indonesia, particularly for mothers residing in rural regions who often forego postnatal health services due to traditional beliefs and practices. This qualitative research delved into the cultural perspectives of the local community to gain insight into the care practices of postpartum mothers in rural areas of NTT Province, Indonesia. The study involved in-depth interviews with nine participants, including four postpartum mothers, four family members, and one village midwife, with the interview data analyzed thematically. The research revealed that cultural beliefs and practices revolving around the postpartum period in NTT align with shared beliefs and traditional practices found in various Asian societies. This includes behavioral taboos and food restrictions. The study also identified two primary postpartum traditions aimed at restoring the postpartum mother's body heat and strength. All postpartum mothers adhere to traditional care practices because they believe in their benefits, pressure from family members, and fear of non-compliance consequences. However, postnatal mothers and their families have low postnatal care visits and do not receive adequate information about postpartum care. Health literacy for postpartum women and their families in rural areas needs to be improved and health workers should provide culturally sensitive maternal health services.

Empowering mothers of children under two to prevent stunting through a healthy kitchen

Stunting is a national health issue with significant implications for the quality of future generations, making it a priority for the government at both central and local levels. This community service program aimed to enhance the knowledge and skills of mothers with children under two years old (infants) and posyandu cadres in Lembomawo Village, Poso Kota Selatan Subdistrict, on utilizing local food ingredients for supplementary feeding (PMT). Through counseling and cooking demonstrations, participants were introduced to three PMT recipes tailored to the food texture requirements of infants: 6–8 months (Bubur Singkong Kukuruyuk Saus Jeruk), 9–11 months (Nasi Tim Ikan Telur Sayuran), and 12–23 months (Tim Ikan Menado). Additionally, recipe books for local infant and maternal nutrition were distributed to mothers and posyandu cadres to serve as practical guidelines. The results of the program showed a significant increase in mothers' knowledge about the importance of supplementary feeding using local ingredients, from 23.6% prior to the intervention to 85.72% afterward. This program was conducted in collaboration with the Village Midwife and the Lembomawo Village Government, aiming to contribute to reducing stunting rates through sustainable utilization of local resources.

Assessment of the implementation of early detection of children's growth and development by midwives.

In Indonesia, the SDIDTK (Stimulation of Early Detection and Intervention of Growth and Development) program aims to monitor children's growth and development. SDIDTK monitors growth, encompassing body weight, height, and head circumference. It also monitors development, which includes a development test using KPSP (Developmental Pre-Screening Questionnaire), sight test, hearing test, and emotional-mental development test. This study analysed midwives' application of early growth detection services in Magetan Regency, Indonesia. It used a mixed-method approach. This quantitative study assessed the application of early detection by surveying 53 randomly selected village midwives. The qualitative study was conducted by interviewing 8 participants. The results showed that about 43.9% of midwives falsely reported providing SDIDTK services even when they only monitored the growth aspect without monitoring children's development. Midwives are helped by cadres who undergo routine growth examinations. Unfortunately, development detection is not routine. The challenges in implementing developmental detection included heavy workloads, limited time, and limited human resources. Other influential factors include the lack of intersectoral cooperation and the fact that societal empowerment have not optimally been established. The SDIDTK program's implementation remains suboptimal. The authors concluded that midwives should improve cross-sector collaboration, empower communities, and set standards for community midwifery care.

Coping Mechanisms among Women Who Experience Dysmenorrhea in Baleasri Village, Magetan, Indonesia

Background: Dysmenorrhea (menstrual pain) is often experienced by women of childbearing age. The main complaint is abdominal pain that spreads from the lower back to the thighs. The pain complaint results in disruption of daily activities. The purpose of the study was to identify the description of type of coping, and coping mechanisms in women who experience dysmenorrhea. Methods: The type of research used was descriptive exploratory with a population of 252 women of childbearing age who experienced dysmenorrhea. The sample size of this study was 152 women (Krejci & Morgan table). The independent variable is dysmenorrhea, and the dependent variable is the type and coping mechanisms. The instrument for identifying the type, and coping mechanisms used a questionnaire. Data on women of childbearing age who experienced dysmenorrhea were obtained from secondary data from the Village Midwife's records. Data collection techniques used questionnaires and secondary data observations. Data analysis was carried out descriptively, in the form of frequency distribution percentages and prevalence ratios. Results: The results showed that women who experienced dysmenorrhea tended to use adaptive coping. The most frequently used coping mechanism was problem-focused coping. Women who work and are active in sports are risk factors that can reduce dysmenorrhea. Adolescent age, secondary education, age of menarche less than 12 years, and menstrual periods more than 7 days are triggers for dysmenorrhea. Conclusion: regular exercise and work are positive coping mechanisms that can reduce dysmenorrhea.

Implementasi Program Audit Kasus Stunting di Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Guntur 1

The prevalence of stunted toddlers in Demak Regency in 2021 is 25,5%. This prevalence figure is above the threshold (cut off) that has been universally agreed upon. There are 7 Community Health Centers that are the locus of stunting in Demak Regency, including Guntur 1 Community Health Center. This research aims to determine the implementation of the stunting case audit program in the Guntur 1 Community Health Center working area. This study uses a qualitative method. The informants in this research consisted of the Head of Guntur 1 Community Health Center, the Guntur 1 Community Health Center Nutritionist, the Village Midwife, Cadres from Temuroso Village and Tlogorejo Village, as well as mothers of stunted and non-stunting toddlers. Data collection through in-depth interviews, observation and documentation. The result of this research indicate that the implementation of the stunting case audit program in the Guntur 1 Community Healt Center working area is quite good. The actor categories, decision making, benefits, program implementers, actor strategies, action programs, communication and bureaucratic structures are good. In the categories of resources and compliance and responsiveness there are problems and obstacles. The suggestion of this research is for the community health center to increase intervention with the community in preventing stunting.

Experiences of Low-Income Indonesian Pregnant Women Regarding the Challenges of Receiving Health Services: A Qualitative Content Analysis.

The information needs of low-income pregnant women are multisectoral, encompassing both pregnancy-related and non-pregnancy-related information. Barriers to receiving information for low-income pregnant women are specific and complex. This study aimed to explore the experiences of low-income Indonesian pregnant women regarding the challenges of receiving health information. A qualitative study was conducted using content analysis according to Graneheim and Lundman's approach between January and June 2022. A total of 17 women were selected for this study using purposive sampling. In-depth interviews were done following semi-structured interview guidelines, concluding when saturation was reached. Nvivo software version March 2020 was used for organizing data and analysis. Three themes emerged concerning receiving health information among low-income women, including encountering barriers to accessing information and care, access to ineffective information sources, and difficulties in applying pregnancy health information. This study shows that barriers to receiving information are specific to low-income pregnant women. Therefore, solution approaches must also be specific. Efforts to improve receiving health information can be achieved through developing educational materials that are easy to access and understand, improving e-health literacy, refining counseling skills among village midwives, holding culturally tailored educational programs, improving mothers' health literacy by family and husbands, integrating counseling with a focus on critical literacy, and formulating policies to alleviate the midwife's workload.

Culture-based Gorontalo community support for short-term pregnancy women to prevent stunting in neonates

Community support is known to play an essential role in enhancing maternal health during pregnancy. This is primarily due to the influence of societal factors on the health status of both the mother and fetus. In addition, the significance of community support is particularly evident in the Gorontalo community of Indonesia due to the influence of socio-cultural factors. This study aims to analyze the extent of culture-based Gorontalo community support for short-term pregnant women in improving maternal health and preventing stunting neonates.The procedures were carried out using a qualitative study method with a phenomenological approach. The sample population comprised 12 pregnant women, 9 village midwives, and 6 cadres, who were selected using the snowball sampling method. In addition, data collection was carried out through in-depth interviews and observations, followed by analysis using Interpretive Phenomenology Analysis (IFA).The people of Gorontalo were very supportive and concerned about the health of short-term pregnant women and fetuses to prevent stunting neonates. A form of culture-based community support comprised regular reminders to pregnant women to diligently attend monthly check-ups with both traditional healers and healthcare professionals. Traditional healers, also known as shamans, fulfilled their role by performing a range of rituals believed to enhance health and well-being. These rituals typically included massages, administering water fortified with sacred chants, and conducting monthly ceremonies for 7 months. In addition, community members frequently offered food preferences to pregnant women and provided reminders to avoid taboos.In summary, community support deeply rooted in culture can serve as a powerful reminder for expectant mothers to undergo regular check-ups with both traditional healers and healthcare professionals on a monthly basis.

Achievements and Barriers in Evaluating Stunting Prevention Programs in Keboguyang Village, Indonesia

Background: Stunting is a significant global health issue, with Indonesia's prevalence reaching 21.6% in 2022, particularly alarming in Keboguyang Village, Jabon District, where the stunting rate stands at 10%. Specific Background: Despite allocating 10% of village funds for stunting prevention, the persistence of high rates necessitates a critical evaluation of current interventions. Knowledge Gap: Limited research exists on the implementation effectiveness of stunting prevention programs at the village level in Indonesia, particularly regarding communication, resource allocation, and bureaucratic structure. Aims: This study aims to evaluate the implementation of stunting prevention programs in Keboguyang Village using Edward III's (1980) theory of policy implementation, focusing on the factors influencing success or failure. Results: Utilizing qualitative descriptive methods, data were collected through field observations, interviews with key informants—including the village head, midwife, health cadres, and mothers—and documentation analysis. The findings reveal effective communication strategies through door-to-door outreach and child data collection, alongside strong commitment from local leadership. However, challenges arise from insufficient incentive regulations, limited human resources, and infrastructural deficiencies. Novelty: This research contributes new insights into the multifaceted nature of stunting prevention efforts at the community level, highlighting specific barriers that need addressing. Implications: The study underscores the need for enhanced human resources and infrastructural support to bolster the effectiveness of stunting prevention initiatives, providing valuable recommendations for policymakers and community health programs aimed at reducing stunting rates in Indonesia. Highlights: High Stunting Rates: Keboguyang Village has a 10% stunting prevalence. Evaluation Framework: Edward III's theory evaluates program implementation effectiveness. Resource Challenges: Limited human resources hinder stunting prevention efforts. Keywords: Stunting, Indonesia, Health Policy, Community Development, Implementation

Empowerment of Midwives in Increasing Knowledge as a Result of Malpractic Incidents Reviewed from the Legal Aspects in the Working Area of the Puskesmas Kerek Kabupaten Tuban

Kerek District is a densely populated area where the majority of the people work as traders and fishermen, urban education is still low, the people of Kerek District have middle and high school education, the average population is 67,163 people, consisting of 33,196 male residents. . and 33,967 people are women. In the Kerek area there is 1 health center, 17 villages and 17 posts, where each village has 1 village midwife in each village sub-district who is tasked with monitoring the health of mothers and children so that the number of village midwives follows. number of midwives. Kerek Subdistrict Village includes 17 village midwives and 1 Kerek Community Health Center coordinating midwife whose duties include providing private health services that serve maternal and child health in their work area, but are required to carry out supervision. The problem is that there are incidents of malpractice in Kerek sub-district carried out by midwives on women giving birth which causes harm to the patient, namely the baby dies, so the health sciences faculty collaborates with the IBI Kerek sub-district branch and the Kerek Community Health Center to provide guidance and counseling to all village midwives in Kerek sub-district to improve quality of service to patients with the aim of reducing maternal and infant morbidity and mortality.

STRATEGI STRATEGI PENGEMBANGAN SUMBER DAYA MANUSIA DALAM MENGATASI STUNTING

This study aims to identify and analyze human resource development strategies in efforts to address stunting in Ogan Ilir Regency. The research method used is a qualitative approach with a SWOT analysis to evaluate strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats in the stunting prevention program. Data were collected through observation, interviews, and documentation with posyandu cadres, village midwives, and PKK teams. The study results indicate that enhancing knowledge and education for the community about stunting can improve the effectiveness of prevention programs. The conclusion drawn is the need for increased synergy among stakeholders and the optimal use of available resources to minimize stunting risks.

Development of Local Wisdom in Preventing Stunting in Village Communities

Background: Child stunting refers to a child who is too short for his or her age and is the result of chronic or recurrent malnutrition, based on the height-for-age index (HAZ). The results of weighing and measurements at the Posyandu, or community health post, show an increase in the prevalence of stunting from 7% in 2019 to 10.41% in 2020. A preliminary survey at the Ceper Community Health Centre in Klaten Regency showed that out of 1,922 children under five, 187 were stunted. Local wisdom is considered highly valuable and has its own benefits for the lives of the community. Thanks to local wisdom, they can sustain their lives and even develop sustainably. The role of midwives in developing local wisdom for stunting prevention is crucial, as they are the frontline health workers in the prevention of stunting. Methods: The research design is an analytical observational study with a cross-sectional approach. Data analysis was conducted using regression. The research sample was taken using cluster random sampling techniques involving 60 respondents. Results: The data analysis results showed a relationship between the role of educators and motivators in the intervention of developing local wisdom for stunting prevention. Conclusion: The role of village midwives in providing information, encouragement, facilities, and empowering health cadres is crucial in developing local wisdom for stunting prevention.

IMPLEMENTATION OF LOCAL INGREDIENT-BASED SUPPLEMENTARY FEEDING FOR STUNTING TODDLERS WITH ANIMATION MEDIA ON PAITON VILLAGE

The prevalence of stunting in Indonesia based on Riskesdas in 2018 decreased by around 7.2% from 37.2% of the national stunting prevalence in 2017, but this figure is still below the target set by WHO, which is below 20%. The prevalence of stunting in East Java, contributes as much as 20%. The prevalence of stunting in Java is 26.7%. The stunting rate in Probolinggo Regency is quite high. Probolinggo Regency is one of the stunting priority districts in East Java with a stunting percentage of 42.5%, which means that the stunting problem in Probolinggo Regency is a serious problem. The purpose of this study is to analyze the effect of implementing local-based supplementary feeding for stunting toddlers with animation media on Paiton Village. The design used in this study used Pre-Experimental Design One Group Pre-Post-Test design. The number of samples was 40 mothers under five, Data collection techniques in this study by identifying respondents in accordance with research criteria. The primary data was obtained directly by involving the village midwife responsible for Paiton Village. This study used questionnaires as a data collection tool. The analysis used in this study was the Wilcoxon Sign Rank Test. The results of the study found that there was an influence on the application of local-based supplementary feeding for stunting toddlers with animation media on Paiton Village

DETERMINANTS OF STUNTING INCIDENTS IN SOUTHWEST ACEH

In Southwest Aceh, stunting is still in the vast category compared to other districts/cities in Aceh Province. Although various strategies have been implemented by the local government so that the percentage of stunting incidents can be reduced, these efforts are currently not running optimally. This research aims to determine the causes of stunting in children in the Southwest Aceh Regency. In general, this research is helpful as a reference framework to reduce the incidence of stunting for childbirths, especially in the Southwest Aceh Regency. This research uses a quantitative type of research with a case-control design. The population in this study were all toddlers in Southwest Aceh Regency, totalling 3,477 respondents. The sampling method used simple random sampling, with the number of samples in this study being 90 cases and 90 controls. The results of the study showed that there was the most dominant relationship between the mother's low education (OR=5.67; 95%CI=0.87-37.10; p=0.070), the mother's second pregnancy and the birth interval of the first child <2 years (OR =14.79; 95%CI=3.97-55.10; p=0.0001), father's height <162 cm (OR=6.53; 95%CI=0.86-49.71; p =0.070) and use of insect repellent (OR=6.43; 95%CI=1.70-24.25; p=0.006). A mother's second pregnancy with a birth interval of <2 years is the most dominant factor in the incidence of stunting in Southwest Aceh. So it is hoped that the BKKBN, in collaboration with local health officials, the Health Service, Community Health Centers in Southwest Aceh, as well as village midwives in Southwest Aceh, will improve health promotion performance by providing education about family planning so that it can increase public knowledge about the importance of spacing pregnancies.

POSTING KITA (Posyandu Anti Stunting Berbasis Kolaborasi Teknologi Informasi E-Posyandu dan Asuhan Gizi Balita)

Stunting is a condition where a toddler has less length or height compared to age. The prevalence of toddlers with nutritional problems is highest in East Java, namely Jember Regency with a prevalence of stunting (34.9%), wasting (12.7%) and underweight (24.1%). Kemuning Lor Village, Arjasa District, Jember Regency has quite high cases of nutritional problems among toddlers, reaching 80 toddlers, so efforts are needed to reduce these nutritional problems. The community service team has created the E-Posyandu Kelor System which must be implemented continuously by all posyandu in Kemuning Lor village to carry out early detection of stunting. Apart from that, there is a need for quality nutritional care to meet the nutritional needs of toddlers. This service activity took place at the Kemuning Lor village hall and was attended by health cadres from 11 posyandu in Kemuning Lor village and accompanied by the village midwife. The activities carried out include 1) training of Posyandu cadres regarding the operation of the e-Posyandu kelor, 2) assisting cadres in implementing Posyandu data recording into the e-Posyandu kelor application, and 3) training of posyandu cadres in making MP-ASI and PMT with diversification of local food ingredients. After the service activities, there was an increase skills in making MP-ASI and cadres were able to record posyandu data on the e-posyandu kelor application. Furthermore, cadres are expected to record posyandu data periodically on the e-posyandu kelor application and make quality MP-ASI/PMT to reduce the incidence of stunting

Maduku Untuk Diabetesku, Penyuluhan Kesehatan Warga Desa Kalibaru, Tengah Tani, Cirebon

Non-communicable degenerative diseases in Indonesia are increasing. Prevention efforts with herbal and traditional treatments are often and still believed by the community as alternative medicine, as well as the perception of avoiding the side effects of a drug. The current trend of switching herbs and traditional medicine to honey is increasingly rife. Diabetes Mellitus is a chronic metabolic disease characterized by hyperglycemia, as an indicator of reduced body response to insulin as a regulator of sugar metabolism in the body. The implementation method begins with observation to Kalibaru Village Head partners, distribution of activity flyers 1 week before the activity, with implementation on Friday, December 22, 2023 at 08.00-11.00; located at Kalibaru Village hall, Tengah Tani District with official lecturer team participants; STFMC students; Village head, apparatus, village midwife, and Kalibaru villagers. From the results of the activity, there was quite a lot of public interest in the concern of blood sugar checks, there was an active discussion of the audience about counseling and responses to herbal drinks. From 59 respondents, data were obtained on checking glucose levels for 2 hours of fasting for 30 residents <115 mg / dl, 22 residents 116 - 200 mg / dl, 4 residents 201-300 mg / dl, and 3 residents > 300 mg / dl. With counseling activities, it is expected to increase citizens' awareness of health, and the government's synergy efforts in controlling deadly degenerative diseases can be controlled together with all parties.

Efektivitas Breastfeeding oxytocin massage chair BOMASIR

This study aims to determine the effectiveness of BOMASIR on respondents' comfort during the breastfeeding process. This type of research is a pre-experimental design with the one shot case study category. Samples were taken using the simple random sampling method, then analyzed using the SPSS software program. This research used a primary data collection method which was carried out on July 3 2024. Data was obtained through surveys and distributing questionnaires. The trial research was conducted at Integrated Service Post Toddler TemuGiring Pos 4 Sumbang, Banyumas, Central Java. Together with Sumbang Village Midwife Eka Wahyuningsih, A. Md. Kep and toddler Integrated Service Post cadres tested BOMASIR's innovation. The number of respondents in this study was 11 mothers participating in Posyandu Toddlers. Respondents were given 5 minutes to try the BOMASIR tool and fill out a questionnaire containing an assessment of the tool design and respondents' satisfaction with the BOMASIR tool on a Likert scale. The results of data analysis show that respondents gave very positive responses to the aesthetic appearance of BOMASIR innovation. Overall, the average percentage reached 98.7%, which is included in the "very positive" category, and the average satisfaction level of respondents reached 84.85% (very satisfied). The results of data normality with a p value of 0.615 show that this massage chair is generally very effective and useful in providing comfort while breastfeeding.

FACTORS ASSOCIATED POST-PARTUM CONTRACEPTION PLANNING

The problem of stunting that occurs in Indonesia is caused by one of the sensitive factors, namely bad parenting. Improper parenting can occur in mothers whose children are born too close together (<2 years). Postpartum contraception can also be a solution for those who are "4 too” The achievement of postpartum family planning services in Sarirejo District (65.12%) has not met the target (70%). This study aims to analyze the effect of age, number of children, level of education and knowledge of postpartum family planning plans for pregnant women in Sarirejo District. This type of analytic observational research with cross sectional design. The research subjects were all pregnant women in Sarirejo District in April 2023 with a total sample of 77 respondents. The results showed that the variables Age (p=0.001), Number of Children (p=0.001) and Knowledge (p=0.001) were related to postpartum contraceptive plans. Meanwhile, education level only at senior high school level (p=0.001) has an influence on postnatal contraceptive use plans. The conclusion is that postpartum contraceptive use increases with increasing maternal age, increases with increasing number of children, increases with maternal education and increasing knowledge. There is a need to increase understanding and knowledge of pregnant women about the importance of postnatal family planning through counseling and collaboration with village midwives.

Counseling Regarding Stunting Prevention in Toddlers

Stunting is a serious challenge because it can hinder a child's growth and development. This condition is triggered by malnutrition, repeated infections, and lack of adequate psychosocial stimulation, and is characterized by the child's height being below the appropriate standard. The main causes of stunting are poor parenting patterns, unhealthy eating patterns for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers, lack of nutritional and protein intake, and children's high vulnerability to disease. This community service activity was carried out in Sidoharjo Village – I Pasar Miring, Pagar Merbau District, Deli Serdang Regency with a total of 26 participants. The aim of this activity is to provide education regarding stunting prevention in Sidoharjo Village – I Pasar Miring. The main target of this counseling is mothers who have children under five. Implementation of this activity involves collaboration with village officials and village midwives. The method used was presentation of material through lectures and giving leaflets. The material presented includes the concept of stunting, its causes, symptoms, and how to prevent it, including information regarding the contents of my plate. The results of this activity show an increase in participants' understanding of stunting, its causes, symptoms and how to prevent it. In addition, there is increased awareness in dealing with the symptoms of stunting, with the hope of reducing the risk of stunting in children. It is hoped that in the future, activities like this will continue to be carried out so that stunting in toddlers can be avoided.