Teenage Women Research Articles

Maternal and Perinatal Outcomes in Teenage Versus Adult Pregnancies – A Prospective Comparative Study

Objectives To assess maternal and neonatal outcomes in teenage versus adult pregnant women and also to compare the sociodemographic characteristics of these women.Methods It was a cross-sectional study conducted at Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute in which 1368 teenage pregnant women and 15605 adult pregnant women were studied for a period of 12 months. Maternal parameters such as sociodemographic details education status parity antenatal complications postpartum complications and mode of delivery were compared. Neonatal parameters compared included gestational age at birth birth weight need for resuscitation neonatal intensive care unit NICU admission and perinatal death.Results The percentage of teenage pregnancies was 8.05. Majority of women in the teenage group were from rural background 68.56 had only primary education 76.68 were primiparous 95 had lesser antenatal visits 52.26 with late initiation of first antenatal visit in second trimester 6505. The occurrence of anaemia 6 hypertensive disorders 17.25 low birth weight 30.26 NICU admissions 24 and perinatal deaths 2.5 was greater in teenage group P value-lt0.0001. Significant differences were noted between the two studied groups regarding sociodemographic characteristics pattern of antenatal care antenatal complications hypertensive disorders of pregnancy and anaemia and neonatal outcomes.Conclusion Teenage pregnancy was found linked to high incidence of maternal and neonatal complications. Maternal and perinatal morbidity and mortality can be minimized in teenage pregnancies by providing education improving their nutritional status socioeconomic status educating them about contraception safe sex practices to avoid unintended pregnancies and by providing them good antenatal care.

Second trimester cervical length screening, in a low-risk European population

Purpose The aim of this work is to assess cervical length (CL) distribution in a low-risk population in order to evaluate the applicability of a possible universal CL screening in the second trimester, aimed at preventing preterm birth (PTB). Methods In a multicentric, prospective cohort study, singleton pregnant women attending second trimester anatomy scan between 18 + 0 to 22 + 6 weeks of gestation were eligible. Teenage pregnancy and women with previous PTB were excluded. The recruitment occurred from February 2020 to December 2022. TVU CL was measured by expert sonographers, in 12 National Health Service (NHS) care clinics of Modena and Parma districts (Emilia-Romagna Region, Italy). Internal quality check of images was performed. Personal and obstetric history, as well as gestational age were collected. Primary outcomes were to define CL curves and the incidence of CL ≤25 mm in low-risk pregnant women Secondary outcomes were the incidences of PTB <37, <34, and <32 weeks. Results Among 3226 screened women, mean and median CL were 40.8 and 40 mm, respectively. The 10th centile was equal to 33 mm while 25 mm represented the 2nd centile of the distribution. The incidence of CL ≤25 mm (short cervix) was 1.25%. Among those women, 7.5% were shorter than 150 cm, opposed to 2.1% in the normal CL group (p = .02); in addition there were more nullipara, women ≥ 40 and smokers (p = .03). Women with short cervix were at higher risk of PTB (23.6 vs 4.3%; RR: 4.6, 95%CI 2.49–8.48). At multivariate analysis, both CL ≤ 25 mm (RR: 5.51, 95%CI: 2.45–12.3) and stature ≤150 cm (RR: 2.54, 95%CI: 1.11–5.79) resulted independent predictors for PTB, once adjusted for other risk factors (fibroids, cervical surgery, obesity, low education, older age, smoking habit). Conclusion Although our study confirmed that women with short cervix are more likely to deliver preterm, the low incidence of such risk factor means that most of the preterm births occurred among women with normal cervical length. Thus, in a low-risk Italian population, ineffectiveness of universal screening is forecast.

The effect of administration of green coconut (Cocos nucifera Linn Viridis Variety) water on reducing dysmenorrhea primary for teenage women in class X at State High School 1 Deli Tua Year 2024

Primary Dysmenorrhea is menstrual pain that occurs in teenagers, which is usually not associated with other diseases. According to WHO, in 2018 the incidence of primary dysmenorrhoea was very high in the world. On average, more than 50% of women in each country experience primary dysmenorrhoea. One way to treat primary dysmenorrhoea is non-pharmacological therapy, namely using green coconut water. Green coconut water contains calcium and magnesium which can reduce muscle tension. Vitamin C, which is a natural anti-inflammatory, relieves menstrual pain by inhibiting the cyclooxygenase enzyme which plays a role in the process of forming prostaglandins. This study aims to determine the effect of giving green coconut water on reducing primary dysmenorrhoea in adolescent girls. The research will be carried out at SMA Negeri 1 Deli Tua starting in April-May 2024. The research design uses a quasi-experiment method with one group pretest -posttest design. The sample in this study consisted of 22 respondents who were given green coconut water using a purposive sampling technique. The primary data used in this research was an observation sheet on the primary dysmenorrhoea pain scale before and after being given green coconut water as a research instrument. Based on the results of bivariate analysis using the Chi Square test, it shows that the p-value is 0.000. So it can be concluded that p &lt;0.005, which means there is an effect of giving green coconut water on reducing primary dysmenorrhoea in young women.

Postpartum depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder and resultant risk factors among teenage mothers: a community-based study

The prevalence of postpartum depression in teenage mothers is higher than that in adult mothers. The present study aimed to investigate the prevalence of depression, distress, and post-traumatic stress disorders (PTSD) following childbirth and its resultant risk factors among teenage mothers. Material and Methods. This cross-sectional study was carried out on 167 teenage women aged 11–19 years, 8-week after giving birth, in Tabriz, Iran. The data were collected using by socio-demographic characteristics questionnaire, Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Checklist and Postpartum Distress Measure scale. Results. The study results revealed that 12.6% and 7.2% of the participants had postpartum depression and PTSD, respectively. The results showed that the variables of the number of children, dissatisfaction with marriage, and history of preconception depression were among the risk factors associated with postpartum depression. The results indicated that unwanted pregnancy, lack of spousal support, insufficient income, and infant restlessness variables were predictors of PTSD. Conclusion. Based on our findings, it is crucial to identify teenage mothers with predisposing factors for postpartum depression and PTSD. Providing family planning counseling to reduce unwanted pregnancies, training fathers to support their spouses, and ensuring timely referral of high-risk individuals are essential interventions to address the mental health challenges faced by teenage mothers.

Less than one in five teenage women in Ethiopia know about emergency contraception.

Teenage women's fertility health faces significant challenges from unintended pregnancies and unsafe abortions. Using an emergency contraception within a defined time period could prevent unintended pregnancy and its damaging consequences, like unintended childbirth and unsafe abortion. Despite it being an appropriate contraception, the knowledge of teenage women about emergency contraception is lower among women in developing countries. Therefore, this study aimed to examine the magnitude of emergency contraception knowledge and its associated factors among teenage women in Ethiopia. Data for this study was obtained from the recent Demographic and Health Surveys. A total weighted sample of 3,381 teenage reproductive women were included. The significant associated factors with emergency contraception knowledge among teenage reproductive women were determined by fitting a multilevel mixed-effect binary logistic regression model. Finally, Adjusted Odds Ratio (AOR) with a 95% confidence interval and a P value of less than 0.05 was used to declare statistical significance. In Ethiopia, the magnitude of teenage women who knew about emergency contraception was 19.47% (95%CI: 18.17, 20.84). Age 17 years (AOR = 1.76, 95%CI, 1.24, 2.48) and age 19 years (AOR = 2.18, 95%CI, 1.47, 3.22), primary education level (AOR = 2.76, 95%CI, 1.60, 4.76), secondary and above educational level (AOR = 4.70, 95%CI, 2.62, 8.44), being protestant followers (AOR = 0.63, 95%CI, 0.45, 0.87), being muslim followers (AOR = 0.68, 95%CI, 0.49, 0.93), media exposure (AOR = 3.36, 95%CI, 2.59, 4.34), rural residence (AOR = 0.45; 95%CI: 0.22, 0.86), and high community level education (AOR = 140, 95%CI: 1.32, 2.00) were factors significantly associated with knowledge of emergency contraception among teenage women. This finding concluded that less than one in five teenage women knew about emergency contraception in Ethiopia. The knowledge of emergency contraception among teenage women in Ethiopia was substantially associated with women's age, education level, religion, media exposure, residency and community-level education. Hence, there is a need to implement comprehensive awareness programs and promotion of emergency contraception as a way of curbing cases of unintended pregnancies among teenage women. Government and non-governmental organizations should design targeted educational initiatives and media campaigns to improve emergency contraception knowledge among young teenagers, women with lower educational backgrounds, and rural teenagers.

Predisposing Factors Preventing Anemia Behavior in Adolescent Girls: Cross Sectional Study in Jambi Province

Background: Anemia is a health problem throughout the world, especially in developing countries where it is estimated that 30% of the world's population suffers from anemia. Based on 2018 Basic Health Research (Riskesdas) data, the prevalence of anemia in teenage women in Indonesia is 32%. That means 3-4 out of 10 teenage daughters are suffering from anemia. Factors that worsen anemia in teenage daughters are lacking in substance intake. Method: The aim of the research is to determine the analysis of preventive behavior factors and the incidence of anemia in adolescent girls. The research was carried out at 3 high schools in Jambi Province, namely at SMA Negeri 6 Jambi City, at a private vocational school Jambi Mother's Family and at the Saadatul Abadiyah Kuala Tungkal Islamic Boarding School, Jambi Province in June 2022. The sample for this study was 279 people . Data analysis used chi-square. Result: The research results showed that 24.4% of young women suffered from anemia with an average Hb level of 10.5 mg/dl. The results of statistical analysis show a relationship between knowledge, peer group support and the role of health workers on the behavior of young women in preventing anemia. The test results show that there is a relationship between compliance in consuming Blood Supplement Tablets obtained from school and the incidence of anemia, while Body Mass Index (BMI) has no relationship. Conclusion: It is hoped that schools, in collaboration with health workers, can provide education or health education, especially the prevention of anemia in young women, and hold joint discussions to discuss the problem of preventing anemia using information system technology such as electronic- based Anemia Prevention Education Model.

Determinants of teenage pregnancy and knowledge about contraception, sexually transmitted diseases among pregnant women: A case-control study in Eastern India

ABSTRACT Context: Each year, about 21 million girls aged 15–19 in developing regions experience pregnancy, posing significant challenges for their health, well-being, and economic stability due to its vast impact. Aim: To identify the risk factors contributing to teenage pregnancy as compared to Pregnancy in pregnant women in the rural area of the Khordha district with the assessment of their knowledge and, health-seeking behaviour (Contraception and STDs) among teenage and adult pregnant women in the study area. Settings and Design: Hospital-based case-control study conducted at Bhubaneswar’s Community Health Centre. Material and Methods: The study, conducted from April to July 2022, recruited 138 participants using consecutive sampling and interviewed them using a pretested semi-structured questionnaire. Statistical Analysis: Chi-square and logistic regression assessed association and strength. Results: Factors contributing to teenage pregnancy include education below high school (AOR = 2.46; 95%CI 0.89–6.79), SC and ST caste (AOR = 2.34; 95%CI 0.94–5.82), having more than three siblings (AOR = 4.45; 95%CI 1.53–12.96), and lack of communication about sexual issues (AOR = 2.84; 95%CI 1.25–6.39). Awareness of contraceptive methods was 34.8% among cases and 56.5% among controls (p = 0.02). Regarding STD awareness and symptoms, 15.2% of cases and 42.4% of controls were knowledgeable and experienced symptoms (p &lt; 0.01). Conclusions: This study suggests that factors such as lower education, minority caste, having more than three siblings, and lack of communication about sexual issues contribute to early pregnancy. These findings could enhance existing ARSH platforms by integrating regular engagement and sensitization efforts.

Maternal Infant Feeding Knowledge And Dietary Diversity Of Children’s Diet Born Of Hiv-Positive Mothers, In Narok County, Kenya

Despite progress in the prevention of mother-to-child transmission (PMTCT) of HIV, children still acquire HIV infection (Frange et al., 2021), in 2020, the world had 31.6 million HIV positive people and sub-Sahara African countries had 83% pregnant women, 80% infants with HIV, and 78% of teenage women 15-24 years newly infected. Kenya had 1.4 million HIV positive people a prevalence rate of 4.5% and 5% in Narok County. Breastfeeding, especially early and exclusive breastfeeding, is one of the most important ways to improve infant survival (WHO, 2023c). However, the complementary feeding period, from 6 to 23 months of age, is one of the most challenging times to meet children’s nutrient demands. While children’s stomachs can only hold a small amount of food, their nutrient needs reach a lifetime peak leaving them vulnerable to growth faltering (Almasri et al., 2020). The overall objective of the study was to determine maternal infant feeding knowledge and dietary diversity of children’s diet born of HIV-positive mothers, in Narok County, Kenya The research was a cross-sectional analytical study and involved HIV+ mothers and their babies aged 0 – 23 months, purposively selected. A defined questionnaire was utilized for socio demographic indicators (e.g. age, marital status), anthropometry assessment (e.g. weight, Height) and secondary data/ hospital records. Through simple random sampling, mother baby pairs were generated by use of a computer and SPSS version 22.0 was utilized to analyse data. Socio-economic and demographic characteristics were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics

Anesthesia at Laparotomy Indications for Peritonitis

Peritonitis is an inflammation of the peritonium which consists of a serous membrane that lines the abdominal cavity and visceral organs in it and is an emergency that can be accompanied by sepsis. Inflammation in peritonitis can be localized or generalized in the peritoneum cavity which is generally caused by bacteria or fungi, but can also be caused by non-infectious substances such as the contents of the stomach or bile contents. Peritonitis due to infection is classified as primary, secondary, or tertiary. This is rare, but it generally appears in teenage women. 90% of SBP cases occur due to monomicrobial infections. Streptococcus pneumoniae is usually the causative organism. It has been reported that a 15-year-old woman was brought to the emergency room complaining of severe abdominal pain. The pain is felt continuously as if it were pricked. Previously, the patient had taken Chinese medicine given by the patient's mother but it did not decrease. On physical examination, signs of peritonitis were obtained and a laparotomy was planned. The patient is categorized as an ASA II patient, due to the absence of a history of systemic disease.

Benefits of Lavender Aromatherapy in Reducing Menstruation Pain in Teenage Women

Adolescence is a transition stage that causes physical, emotional, and psychological changes. A disorder that often occurs in young women is menstrual pain which can change a woman's emotions in a short time, disrupting her routine and learning process. Aromatherapy can be applied directly through direct massage on the skin using plant extracts. Aromatherapy can treat respiratory problems, and pain, and reduce stress levels. Lavender oil is rich in analgesic essentials which can stimulate the nervous system to bring a feeling of calm to pain sufferers. The main aim of the research was to see how to reduce pain intensity in teenagers before and after being given lavender aromatherapy. The objective of implementing this PkM activity is so that young women at SMA Negeri 1 Perbaungan can experience increased knowledge and be able to carry out appropriate treatment for menstrual pain through the use of lavender aromatherapy. PkM activities were conducted through socialization, where the participants were young women at SMA Negeri 1 Perbaungan, totaling 30 participants. The PkM results show that many young women's menstrual pain conditions change from severe pain to mild and moderate pain after being given lavender aromatherapy therapy. This proves that giving lavender aromatherapy can reduce menstrual pain in young women. Apart from that, the socialization of PkM has been proven to be able to increase the knowledge of young women in understanding and applying it when menstrual pain occurs.

Analysis Determinants of Unwanted Pregnancy in Adolescents : Literature Review

Background: Pregnancy in teenagers beginning from pregnancy no desired, is one phenomenon recent social. This the more increase occurs in the environment public give rise to its height possible abortion triggering an increase in the MMR Evidence search strategy: this research is a literature review research using the ScienceDirect, PUBMED, BMC, and Google Scholar databases with keywords _ "unwanted pregnancy", "unintended pregnancies in teenagers", and "analysis of unwanted pregnancy". Discussion : Total articles obtained of 20,437 articles, 13 articles were found that met the requirements criteria inclusion with year publications 2020 to 2023, in the form of original articles, articles available in full text form and free access. Causative factor happen non pregnancy desired by teenagers that is exists internal factors and factors external. Impact non pregnancy desired by teenagers that is impact physical, impact economics, and impact environment. Prevention non pregnancy desired by teenagers that is empowerment teenager women, repair gender inequality, respect right basic humans, and reduce poverty. Conclusion: Unwanted pregnancy has a higher risk of occurring in adolescents with the determinants of the role of parents, the role of friends, level of religiosity, access to pornographic media, knowledge, attitudes and sexual behavior.

Determinants of Prenatal Depression in Teenage Pregnant Women: A Comparative Study of Urban and Rural Settings in Lusaka Province, Zambia

Background: Perinatal depression manifests during or after pregnancy, with prenatal depression occurring during pregnancy. Traditionally, research has focused more on postpartum depression, with less attention on prenatal depression among teenagers. Objective: This study aims to examine the correlates of prenatal depression among teenage pregnant women aged 13 to 17 and to explore the relationship between these factors and depression. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted at a university teaching hospital and a rural health facility, involving 105 pregnant teenagers. Initial screenings to assess depression were performed using the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale, complemented by psychosocial evaluations with the Perceived Stress Scale and the Rosenberg Self-Esteem Scale. Data analysis was carried out using SPSS version 20, employing both descriptive and inferential statistical methods to interpret the findings. Results: Significant factors influencing prenatal depression included attempts to abort, stress, social support, household income, education level, and marital status. Logistic regression confirmed the significance of these correlates. Conclusion: Multiple factors influence prenatal depression in teenage pregnant women. The findings highlight the need for targeted preventive care and early interventions by medical professionals to improve health outcomes for mothers and infants.

‘We’re respectful boys … we’re not misogynistic!’: analysing defensive, contradictory and changing performances of masculinity within young men’s in-person and digitally mediated homosocial spaces

ABSTRACT This paper critically examines and theorizes how digital technologies and forms of communication, such as men-only private chat groups, facilitate and mediate the forms of masculinity young heterosexual men in the UK co-construct, perform and negotiate in their homosocial interactions. Qualitative data is drawn from 8 focus groups and 17 one-to-one interviews with young men aged 18–25 years, who identify as cisgender and heterosexual (N = 40), which is analysed using critical masculinity theories, including the concept of homosociality. Key findings indicate that the characteristics of online communication, including 24/7 connectivity and the ability to rapidly share online content, such as texts in men-only private chat groups, via the infrastructure of digital platforms, technologies and devices, facilitate ‘digitally mediated homosociality’, which changes in response to gendered hierarchies, relational norms and interactional needs. While participants often use online communications to engage in non-hierarchical homosociality via practices that enhance camaraderie, solidarity and emotional intimacy with other men, they also use them for hierarchical homosociality to acquire masculine status via practices that include non-consensually sexting teenage girls and women’s ‘nudes’, though they defensively distanced themselves from misogyny. We conclude by outlining how these findings can inform educational interventions that tackle misogyny and promote non-hierarchical masculinities.

Factors related to adolescent women's readiness for menarche

Menarche is the first natural bleeding occurring in teenage women where blood comes out of the vagina or can be called the first menstruation. Menarche is an early sign of other changes such as breast growth, hair growth in the pubic and axillary areas, and fat distribution in the hip area. Objective: This research determines the factors related to the readiness of young women to face menarche in young women at Baitul Aziz High School, Percut Sei Tuan District, Deli Serdang Regency in 2023. This type of research is an Analytical Survey of researchers who try to explore how and why this phenomenon occurs and this research uses a cross-sectional approach, namely finding out what factors are related to the readiness of young women to face menarche. The sample used was 40 people. Data analysis in this study was univariate and bivariate analysis using the Chi-square test with a=0.05. Based on the results of the Chi-square statistical test, this research found that there was a relationship between the readiness of young women to face menarche, namely the knowledge factor with a p-value = 0.001, the attitude factor with a p-value = 0.000, and the family support factor with a p-value -value= 0.003 so all Ho are rejected (p&lt;0.05). Baitul Aziz High School, Percut Sei Tuan subdistrict, Deli Serdang district, to foster more motivation, enthusiasm and increase knowledge when facing menstruation for the first time (menarche).

Antenatal care inequalities in South Korea: An analysis of health insurance claims data (2013-2022) in a high-resource, high-use country.

The aim of the present study was to explore inequalities in antenatal care (ANC) in South Korea. Based on the guidelines of the WHO, we categorized less than eight visits to an obstetrical facility as insufficient ANC. We examined ANC inequalities associated with age, disability, nationality, income, and geographic accessibility. We extracted delivery event claimed from 2013 to 2022 from the National Health Insurance Service database. By tracing back 270 days from the delivery date, we counted the number of antenatal visits for each childbirth and calculated the proportion of women with insufficient ANC and assessed both absolute and relative inequalities for each population group. The logistic regression analysis for both underuse and overuse of ANC were conducted. Out of 3 416 517 childbirths, 104 109 women (3.0%) had fewer than eight ANC visits. Although the average number of ANC visits reached 18.7 in 2022, significant inequalities persisted across different population groups. The insufficient ANC rate was 28.1% for teenage women, 6.4% for disabled women, 10.7% for non-Korean women, and 15.2% for dependents of medical aid households. Women with low income and those living in obstetric care underserved areas also exhibited higher ANC insufficiency. From 2021 to 2022, sufficiency in ANC decreased for teenage, disabled, and non-Korean women, highlighting the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. Antenatal care inequalities are evident in South Korea's well-resourced health system. There is a need for further investigation into these disparities and the qualitative aspects of maternity care services.

Achievements, Challenges, and Future Direction in Early Life Nutrition.

Malnutrition is present in most countries of the world. This ranges from general undernutrition due to insufficient food, or poor-quality diets low in some essential nutrients, to overnutrition and obesity with energy-rich but nutrient-poor diets. The fundamental aim of dietary recommendations is to prevent deficiency diseases, and the assumptions which underpin these recommendations need to be understood when considering what advice to give to the general public or individual patients. This is particularly relevant in early life as the nutritional state and dietary intake of the mother are of major importance for both her and her baby's health. There is a particular concern with pregnancy in teenage women, as they are still likely to be growing and have different nutrient requirements compared to older women. There is now evidence of beneficial effects for both the mother and baby of supplementation of the mother's diet in those with a low nutritional status. For infants, early gut microbiome development is supported by human milk components (including oligosaccharides) and the reported health benefits are of growing interest and offer potential areas for future developments. Yet, the increasing overweight and obesity in children are a serious concern, in both developed and developing economies. Considerations of the achievements, challenges, and future directions of early life nutrition need to be addressed in a global environment in which every country in the world is experiencing some form of malnutrition. The term malnutrition encompasses a number of different scenarios ranging from undernutrition, which encompasses an inadequate nutrient intake in a diet with a low level of diversity, up to overnutrition where there is an excess of energy intake in a diet which is predominantly composed of nutrient-poor foods. The major feature of malnutrition is that there is micronutrient inadequacy, and even deficiency, which is particularly concerning in early life. The present chapter will consider the major achievements and future challenges in relation to achieving optimal nutrition in early life as well as in older children. Clearly, when considering nutrition in children, it is important to also consider the nutritional state of women before, during, and after pregnancy, as this can have a major impact on the fetus and young child. Before considering these issues in detail, this chapter will begin by addressing the basis on which nutritional recommendations are founded and the challenges that have to be met in getting novel recommendations approved by the appropriate authorities.

NIKAH MUDA DALAM PANDANGAN MASYARAKAT DESA KEPULAUAN SIMEULUE (Studi Kasus di Desa Lubuk Baik, Kec. Alafan, Simeulue, Aceh)

Young marriage, in the view of the Simeulue community, is a new fact that is present today in a society that aims to avoid violence among teenagers. Young marriage is a sacred bond performed by a pair of teenage men and women who should not be married yet. The purpose of this study is to explain the views of the Simeulue community about the factors that influence the rise of young marriage and the social impact of young marriage. This research uses qualitative methods with data collection techniques through observation, interviews, and documentation. The results showed that the factors that influence parents to allow children to marry young are economic factors and environmental factors. Meanwhile, the impact that occurs due to young marriage is the disconnection of children's education and the family's economic conditions that are far from sufficient to meet family needs and cause disharmonious households, even divorce.

FEMININE ROMANTIC STYLE DENGAN APLIKASI SONGKET BALAI PANJANG PAYAKUMBUH

Feminine romantic is one of basic fashion styles that is synonymous with the impression of a dress that is calm, sweet, and dominated by soft design lines, the colors used in this clothing style are synonymous with soft colors, and the use of materials such as silk, borkat, crepe, silk and chiffon. To realize the feminine romantic style in clothing creation, the Balai Panjang songket was chosen as a medium applying this style to become ready-to-wear clothing. Clothing that designed is aimed at teenage women aged 19-25 years, and adult women aged 26-35 years, to make it easier for users to choose clothes for work, travel, recreation, and parties. The purpose of creating this clothing is to be able to design clothing with the theme of feminine fomantic style with the Balai Panjang songket application, then demonstrate it in the form of a fashion show, so that the designed work can be socialized to general public. Clothing with a type of feminine romantic style has never been made with the Balai Panjang Songket, so with the creation of this work it can be become a reference for the creation of work of feminine romantic style for the future. In creating the work of this final project, the artist uses creation methods such as preparation, design, embodiment to the presentation of the work carried out. The process of creating clothing uses standard boutique sewing technique, namely by using a lining material, so that the clothes are the resulting impression give a neat, and clean. The results of the design source ideas for feminine romantic style are in the form of ready to wear, ready to wear deluxe and haute couture clothing.

Sosialisasi Bahaya Pernikahan Dini Dalam Upaya Penurunan Angka Stunting Di Desa Arul Relem Kecamatan Bies Kabupaten Aceh Tengah

Stunting is a condition where a person's height is less than normal according to gender and age. This is due to the pattern of intake given to children starting from the first 1000 days of a child's life from birth so that children are shorter compared to children their age. Several factors that can influence stunting include infectious diseases, exclusive breastfeeding, early initiation of breastfeeding. At the time of early marriage, teenage women are psychologically not ready to become mothers. The lack of understanding of what stunting is and the dangers of stunting is what causes early marriage. This research aims to find out whether teenagers in Arul Relem Village, Bies District, Central Aceh Regency already know about the impact of early marriage on the risk of stunting in children. The research method used was a questionnaire with a pre-test and post-test and the data obtained could then be processed by calculating the average number of respondents who understood the material about early marriage and stunting before and after the socialization. The research results obtained after conducting outreach regarding the dangers of early marriage and stunting were 98%, which previously only reached 60%. From the average results of this calculation, it is very significant before the socialization is carried out and after the socialization is carried out.

Formulation and Evaluation of Hair Removal Cream by Using an Herbal Base

The cosmetic and hygiene industry and the hair removal market are growing in importance. Teenage girls and women often worry about unwanted hair. This study highlights the importance of choosing herbal hair removers over herbal depilatories due to their high efficacy, safety and lack of side effects. Hair removal herbs and their composition in herbal creams, as well as other hair removal methods, are being studied. Hair removers are cosmetic products designed to remove hair from the skin. Chemical hair removers mostly contain salts of thioglycolic acids as active components. The following ingredients are needed to make the hair cream: thioglycolic acid, cetyl alcohol, turmeric powder, neem and Tulsi extract, ginger and papaya powder, liquid paraffin and the required amount of orange oil. The pH, viscosity, spreadability and homogeneity of the depilatory cream composition were evaluated. The results showed the composition and excellent properties of F3.