Mothers Of Toddlers Research Articles

Toddler feeding, WASH conditions, and clinical complaints during the 2024 flash flood disaster in Jorong Galuang, Sungai Pua District, Agam Regency, West Sumatra

This study focuses on the impact of flash floods in Jorong Galuang, Sungai Pua, particularly on toddler nutrition, water, sanitation, hygiene (WASH), and clinical health. A qualitative study conducted through interviews and direct observation, data were collected from mothers of toddlers, health officers, midwives, and NGO representatives AIMI. Despite the absence of dedicated MPASI kitchens during the disaster, toddlers did not experience significant difficulties with feeding due to aid from NGOs and the availability of undamaged kitchens in some homes. Water access remained sufficient through local springs and additional supplies from the PMI ( Palang Merah Indonesia), although hygiene practices, particularly handwashing, were inadequate. Clinical complaints among toddlers were predominantly respiratory issues, including coughs and colds, with a few cases of diarrhea reported.

Pelatihan Menyusun Menu Seimbang dengan Pemanfaatan Pangan Lokal untuk Tumbuh Kembang Balita Sehat dalam Pencegahan Wasting Secara Dini

Background: Malnutrition, particularly among pregnant women and toddlers, remains a significant issue in Indonesia. One approach to reducing wasting rates involves direct counseling and empowering mothers of toddlers with the skills to prepare balanced menus using local food for their families, especially for toddlers suffering from wasting. Enhance mothers’ knowledge in preparing balanced menus for toddlers, increasing the benefits of the menu for the growth and development of toddlers. This training activity was carried out over 4 meetings, at the PKM Sukarami Hall, via an online WA group, a menu competition was held at the PKM Sukarami Hall and at the Posyandu, and evaluation monitoring through weighing at the Posyandu. There were 30 participants consisting of 10 posyandu cadres and 20 mothers of toddlers from the Sukarami Health Center working area, Palembang city. Method used in the training is first a pre-test, lecture, question and answer discussion, and post-test, practical demonstration of menu processing and menu competition. Monitoring and evaluation looks at the growth and development of toddlers through weighing. The success of organizing this community service can be seen from the enthusiasm of the group of participants who attended. Results : the mothers' knowledge met the initial score criteria of 37% to 60% with an increase of 23%, skills in providing a healthy, balanced nutritional menu. Conclusion: there were 20 toddlers showed weight increases ranging from 100 grams to 260 grams.

Culture “NIRMENIRAN” (Herbal Medicine) on Improving The Nutritional Status Of Toddlers

Background: The region is known for its high prevalence of malnutrition cases, making it a significant concern for public health. The local health center has noted instances of malnutrition in certain areas, prompting efforts to investigate potential contributing factors and solutions. This study aims to explore the relationship between the culture of consuming local food, "Nirmeniran," and its potential impact on improving the nutritional status of toddlers in the community. Methods: Quantitative with correlation or association research type. The respondents of this study were mothers of toddlers in Longos Village. The sampling technique used the Random Sampling technique, with a sample of 63 mothers of toddlers. Data collection used questionnaires and BB/TB observations. Statistical tests used Spearman's Rho Correlation test. Results: Part Big mother toddlers in Village Longos often give drinks or herbal medicine containing local food, “Nirmeniran,” to their children, and most toddlers have good nutritional status. The results of statistical tests show ρ value = 0,000 with mark α = 0.05, So ρ (0,000) < α (0.05), which means There is a connection between culture consumption food local “Nirmeniran” towards improving the nutritional status of toddlers in Longos Village. Conclusion: The cultural consumption of "Nirmeniran" is linked to improved nutritional status in toddlers. Most mothers in the area frequently provide drinks or herbal medicine containing this local ingredient, showing its potential benefits.

EDUKASI GIZI MENGGUNAKAN KALENDER EDUKASI STUNTING (KALSITING) MENINGKATKAN PENGETAHUAN IBU BALITA UNTUK PENCEGAHAN STUNTING

The stunting prevalence stunting in Cimahi as a result of the 2022 Indonesian Nutrition Status Survey was 16.4. The prevalence of stunting is expected to 14% by 2024. The education level and nutritional knowledge of toddler mothers is significantly related to the incidence of stunting. However, the education level and nutritional knowledge of toddler mothers in Cimahi are still low. Therefore, nutrition education is needed to increase the knowledge of toddler mothers regarding stunting. The study aimed to determine the influence of nutrition education using the stunting prevention education calendar (kalsiting) on the knowledge of toddler mothers for stunting prevention. This study used quasi experiment design, two groups with control group. The research location in Pasirkaliki Village, Kota Cimahi, West Java. The research sample was 30 mothers who had children aged 0-59 months. Statistical analysis used the Willcoxon test, independent t-test, Paired t-test, Mann Whitney U test. The results showed that the average score of knowledge increase in the treatment group was higher than that of the control group (p=0.031<0.05), there was a significant difference in the average increase in knowledge between the treatment group and the control group. However, there was no difference in the average increase in Z-Score height by age (HAZ)and weight by age (WAZ) before and after three months of nutrition education using leaflet media (p>0.05). Providing nutrition education using the media of the stunting prevention nutrition education calendar (Kalsiting) and by using leaflet media has been proven to significantly increase maternal nutrition knowledge.

The Relationship between Social Support and the Participation of Mothers of Toddlers in the Stunting Prevention Program in Medan City

The Relationship between Social Support and the Participation of Mothers of Toddlers in the Stunting Prevention Program in Medan City

Socio-Culture and Health Factors Determining Stunting in Children Under-Five in Banggai Kepulauan Regency, Central Sulawesi

Stunting is still a serious global health problem and needs to be addressed. Stunting is defined as a problem in the growth and development of children under the age of five (toddlers). The purpose of this study was to reveal the factors that cause stunting in toddlers. The research location chosen was in Labotan Kandi Village, Banggai Kepulauan Regency, Central Sulawesi. The number of stunted toddlers recorded based on the February 2022 weighing was 19 children. Data collection was carried out through a series of observations, interviews, and documentation studies. The findings show that there are several factors causing stunting under-fives as limited parental knowledge regarding stunting problems that many children/toddlers experience. In addition, there are several other contributing factors, namely low education (the majority do not go to school and only graduate from elementary school), are trapped by poverty and economic instability, high rates of early marriage, limited access to health services, and minimally implemented local food processing. by a stunting toddler mother in Labotan Kandi Village, Banggai Islands Regency. From these findings, it appears that the problem of stunting still needs to find solutions and appropriate management policies.

Post-Traumatic Stress in Mothers of Children Having Complex Cardiac Surgery Early in Life.

To determine: (i) frequency of probable post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in mothers of infants after complex cardiac surgery (CCS), (ii) predictors of probable PTSD, and (iii) impact on child neurodevelopment. The Impact of Event Scale-Revised (IES-R) was administered to 60 mothers of infants ≥ 6months after CCS at ≤ 6weeks of age. The IES-R measures response to a specific traumatic event: Scores < 24, no concern; 24-32, clinical concern; and ≥ 33, probable diagnosis of PTSD. Post-survey childhood outcomes obtained at 21-months used Bayley Scales of Infant and Toddler Development-Third Edition. Multiple logistic and linear regressions were used to predict high IES-R scores from peri-operative and demographic variables and determine association between maternal IES-R scores and outcomes, reported as Odds Ratio (OR) and Effect Size (ES) with 95% Confidence Intervals (95% CI). IES-R scores ≥ 33 occurred in 14/60 (23%) of mothers. Significant risk factors for IES-R ≥ 33 were days of ventilation after first surgery, OR 1.149 (95% CI 1.037, 1.273), p = 0.008, and birth weight z-scores, OR 0.352 (0.140, 0.881), p = 0.026. Bayley cognitive, language, and motor scores were significantly lower for children whose mothers had IES-R ≥ 33. The IES-R was independently associated with cognitive, ES -0.23 (95%CI -00.39, -00.08), p = 0.036 and language, ES -00.17 (95%CI -00.33, -00.06), p = 0.043 scores. Probable PTSD occurred in 23% of mothers ≥ 6month after discharge of their infant following CCS. Toddlers of mothers with probable PTSD had lower cognitive and language scores suggesting a relation between PTSD and development requiring further study.

Pemberdayaan Komunitas Melalui Asuhan Kebidanan untuk Mengurangi Kasus Diare di Desa Pemepek Pringgarata

Diarrhea remains a major cause of morbidity and mortality in children under five worldwide, with more than 1.7 billion cases each year and around 525,000 deaths, according to WHO. Indonesia, including West Nusa Tenggara, has a high prevalence of diarrhea due to limited sanitation and access to clean water. The Pringgarata area, Central Lombok Regency, recorded 250 cases of diarrhea in children in the first six months of 2023, triggered by low public awareness of Clean and Healthy Living Behavior (PHBS). This community service activity aims to increase the knowledge of mothers of toddlers about the causes, prevention, and treatment of diarrhea through leaflet-based counseling. The method used is counseling with an interactive approach including three stages: preparation, implementation, and evaluation. The counseling began with a pre-test to measure initial knowledge, followed by the delivery of material using leaflets, and ended with a post-test and question and answer session. A total of 15 participants took part in the activity, with the pre-test results showing that only 26.6% of participants had basic knowledge. After the counseling, this figure increased significantly to 93.3%. The results showed that the use of leaflet media and interactive methods significantly increased participants' understanding. This community-based counseling is effective as a health promotion effort in preventing diarrhea. As a suggestion, similar programs can be replicated in other areas, accompanied by cross-sector collaboration to strengthen public health education and the provision of sanitation facilities and clean water. Increasing public awareness is expected to reduce the incidence of diarrhea and support the national target in reducing the prevalence of stunting.

The Implementation of Gamification Methods in the Edusting Application as an Educational Medium to Enhance Mothers Knowledge of Stunting

Interventions for stunting are an urgent public health priority. Because mothers' limited knowledge about stunting has a direct impact on stunting prevention and management. One of the extraordinary outreach programs is the stunting socialization program for mothers of toddlers carried out at the integrated health post. However, the socialization action is considered too limited. Gamification is one potential approach to increase the effectiveness of these efforts by introducing game design and game elements into educational content in three areas: childcare practices, nutritional intake, and stunting prevention. This is expected to explore mothers' involvement and motivation to prevent stunting. Mothers certainly prefer a more attractive interactive interface and gamification applications will stimulate cognitive and emotional involvement so that mothers feel more comfortable in the learning process about stunting management. In this study, we present the design of an education that aims to help mothers understand and overcome stunting. This application is expected to make mothers better understand parenting patterns, nutrition, and stunting management so that it can help mothers' learning to increase the speed of mothers' understanding of stunting prevention.

The Relationship between Maternal Education and Incidence of Stunting at Boyolali Central Java

&lt;div&gt;&lt;table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"&gt;&lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td align="left" valign="top"&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Stunting is still a serious problem for children in Indonesia, including in the Boyolali area, where the stunting rate reaches 20%. This condition occurs when children do not grow and develop properly due to chronic malnutrition, resulting in shorter height compared to their age and frequent infections during the critical first 1,000 days of life. Stunting according to the WHO Child Growth Standard is based on the length-for-age index (PB/U) or height-for-age (TB/U) with a limit (z-score) of less than -2 SD. Several factors contribute to stunting, one of the causes of high stunting is the mother's education level.This study aims to explore the relationship between maternal education and the incidence of stunting at the Sawit 1 Health Center, Boyolali Regency. The method used is a quantitative approach with a descriptive correlational design, and 135 respondents were selected through purposive random sampling based on certain inclusion and exclusion criteria. Data analysis conducted included univariate and bivariate analysis using Chi-Square using SPSS software version 20. The study was conducted from May to August 2024. The research findings revealed that 48 children (35.6%) were categorized as normal, 67 children (49.6%) were categorized as stunted, and 20 children (15.8%) were categorized as very short. Meanwhile, mothers of toddlers with elementary school education were 4 respondents (3.0%), mothers of toddlers with junior high school graduates were 37 respondents (27.4%), mothers of toddlers with high school graduates were 70 respondents (51.9%) and diploma and bachelor's graduates were 24 respondents (17.8%). It can be concluded that based on the results of the study, there is a significant relationship between the level of maternal education and the incidence of stunting at the Sawit 1 Health Center with a p value of 0.031 (p &amp;lt;0.05).&lt;/em&gt;&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;/tbody&gt;&lt;/table&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Keywords : Incidence, &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Maternal Education Level, Stunting&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

The Relationship Between the Implementation of Clean and Healthy Living Behaviors and the Incidence of Stunting in Toddlers

&lt;div&gt;&lt;table cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="left"&gt;&lt;tbody&gt;&lt;tr&gt;&lt;td align="left" valign="top"&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt;Clean and healthy living behaviour is one way to reduce toddler stunting rates. Good Clean and Healthy Living Behavior at the household level can protect toddlers from infectious diseases that can interfere with the absorption of nutrients in children. The incidence of stunting in toddlers in Boyolali Regency in 2022 was 20.0%. This study aimed to determine the relationship between the incidence of stunting in toddlers and Healthy Living Behavior. This study is a quantitative study with a cross-sectional design. This research was conducted at the Boyolali Health Center, precisely at the Sawit 1 Health Center, Boyolali Regency, which was carried out in June 2024. This study's population were mothers with toddlers aged 1 to 5 years at the Sawit 1 Health Center, Boyolali Regency. The population in this study was 203 people. The sampling technique for the study was Proposive random sampling, so the sample in this study was 105 mothers who had toddlers aged 1-5 years in the work area of the Sawit Health Center, Boyolali Regency. The instruments used in this study were height measurements in the form of anthropometry and a clean and healthy lifestyle questionnaire conducted in the form of direct interviews. Analysis of research data using Bivariate analysis of the chi-square test with data processing using SPSS software version 27. The study's results showed no relationship between mothers' clean and healthy lifestyle behaviour and the incidence of stunting in toddlers, with a value of p = 0.266 (p =&amp;gt; 0.05). Mothers of toddlers are advised to maintain cleanliness and pay attention to the nutritional intake of toddlers. Health workers need to continue providing education on parenting patterns, nutrition, and access to health services. A holistic approach is still needed for comprehensive stunting prevention.&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;em&gt; &lt;/em&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;/td&gt;&lt;/tr&gt;&lt;/tbody&gt;&lt;/table&gt;&lt;/div&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;&lt;em&gt;Keywords: Clean and Healthy Lifestyle Behavior, Toddlers, Stunting&lt;/em&gt;&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

Forum Edukasi Orang Tua tentang Tumbuh Kembang Anak di HEbAT Community Tegal Raya

Basically, every child will go through a growth and development process according to their age stages. To properly monitor children's growth and development, parents, health workers, educators, cadres and other staff who are interested in children's growth and development need to take their respective roles. Because the process of children's growth and development is almost the same, knowing the characteristics and principles of children's growth and development will make it easier for parents to provide growth and development stimulation in accordance with what is needed and expected by children to achieve optimal growth and development. One of the efforts to overcome this is by educating parents about stimulating growth and development using simple instruments. One of the tools/instruments used to determine whether a child's development is normal or whether there are deviations is by using the KIA book. This service activity aims to increase parents' knowledge and skills in monitoring children's growth, development and stimulation by utilizing the parenting activity community that already exists in Tegal City, namely the HEbAT Community. This activity takes the form of providing material on parenting concepts and improving skills in monitoring and stimulating children's development. The learning stages contain parenting concepts according to Nurturing Care recommended by WHO. At the practical stage, there will be practice assessing children's development through the KIA book. The monitoring results will show the child's developmental status and the type of stimulation needed. The service was carried out on May 30 2024 at the Pendopo, East Tegal District, Tegal City, which was attended by 32 mothers of toddlers and their children.

PEMANFAATAN DAUN KELOR SEBAGAI BAHAN PANGAN UNTUK MENINGKATKAN GIZI BALITA

Nutritional problems for toddlers will arise if the food intake consumed does not match the nutritional needs of toddlers. Nutritional problems that commonly arise include malnutrition and malnutrition. The prevalence of malnutrition and malnutrition among children under five in Indonesia is increasing compared to 2010 to 2019. The number of children under five with malnutrition and malnutrition in Indonesia in 2019 was 19.6% and it is estimated that there are still 4.5 million children under five with malnutrition and malnutrition. less has not been detected. The aim of this community service is to increase the knowledge and skills of mothers of toddlers to use Moringa leaves as an additional food ingredient to improve toddler nutrition. Moringa leaves contain many nutrients and are a source of vitamins and minerals for the body, so they are good for use as a food additive for toddlers. This community service activity was carried out at the Posyandu in Kawedusan Village, Plosoklaten District, Kediri Regency. This activity provides health education and skills in making food menus using Moringa leaves to 25 mothers of toddlers. Evaluation of success was assessed by a post test given to mothers of toddlers. The results of the activity showed that there was an increase in knowledge and skills about the benefits of Moringa leaves for mothers of toddlers with an assessment of knowledge and skills in the good category, namely 8% during the pre-test, after health education and skills in processing Moringa leaves, the post-test results were in the good category, 84%. The conclusion of this community service activity was an increase in the knowledge and skills of mothers of toddlers in understanding the importance of nutrition for toddlers and how to make toddler food menus using Moringa leaves. Keywords : Moringa leaves, improving nutrition, toddler nutrition

Penyuluhan Pijat Common Cold dalam Mengatasi Batuk Pilek Balita untuk Meningkatkan Pengetahuan Ibu di RW 8 Tulusrejo

Acute Respiratory Tract Infection (ARI) is an infectious disease that attacks the upper respiratory tract and lower respiratory tract which can be caused by the entry of bacteria and viruses into the respiratory tract which lasts for 14 days. This counseling aims to improve mother’s knowledge and handling of coughs and colds in toddlers. The method used is to provide materials and practices as well as a questionnaire session to mothers of toddlers who attend the RW 8 Tulusrejo integrated health service post. After the counseling, the results obtained were that mothers knew how to handle coughs and colds in toddlers by doing common cold massage.

The Influence of Internal Factors of Utilization of Posyandu Toddlers in the Working Area of the Sipiongot Health Center, Padang Lawas Utara Regency

Background: Posyandu is an important means of disease prevention and monitoring of the growth of toddlers. However, the level of community participation in Posyandu still varies, which is allegedly influenced by several internal factors. Objective: This study aims to analyze the influence of internal factors on the utilization of Posyandu for toddlers in the working area of the Sipiongot Health Center, Padang Lawas Utara Regency. Methods: This study used a cross-sectional study design on mothers under five who used Posyandu Madya and Purnama services in the working area of the Sipiongot Health Center. The sample was taken by accidental sampling technique for 60 days, involving 81 mothers under five. Data was collected through a questionnaire distributed to mothers of toddlers who came to the Posyandu. Data analysis was carried out using the chi-square method and logistic regression. Results: This study showed that internal factors such as education (p = 0.001), occupation (p = 0.001), and knowledge (p = 0.001) had a positive relationship with the utilization of Posyandu for toddlers. Of the three variables, knowledge shows the strongest influence on the utilization of Posyandu with an Exp(B) = 15.312 value. Conclusion: Internal factors have an important role in encouraging the use of Posyandu for toddlers. Therefore, increasing public knowledge and awareness about the benefits of Posyandu is urgently needed to ensure the optimization of sustainable health services for toddlers.

ENHANCING THE ROLE OF BINA KELUARGA BALITA (BKB) CADRES IN ACCELERATING STUNTING REDUCTION IN NAGARI TARATAK BARU, TANJUNG GADANG DISTRICT, SIJUNJUNG REGENCY

Bina Keluarga Balita cadres are one of the components that have an active role with parents in providing optimization of growth and development since 1000 first days of life through continuous parenting activities. The study was conducted to describe the increasing role of cadres in the Prevention of stunting in order to measure success, identify obstacles, more efficient allocation of resources, and improve the program Bina Keluarga Balita. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach. Data collection is done by interview, observation and documentation. Taking data from Bina Keluarga Balita activities in Nagari Taratak Baru, Tanjung Gadang District, Sijunjung Regency, West Sumatra province. The results showed that: 1) the role of Bina Keluarga Balita cadres in Accelerating of Reduction and Prevention of Stunting is through community mobilization, counseling and monitoring; (2) the efforts made by cadres in improving the knowledge of parents in Reduction and Prevention of Stunting namely through Bina Keluarga Balita materials, toddler mother classes, stimulation and facilitation of child growth and development; (3). Obstacles faced by cadres in the Prevention of stunting are cadre capacity, Bina Keluarga Balita facilities and infrastructure, and operational activities.

Accelerating Stunting Reduction by Empowering Posyandu Cadres and Village Officials in Monitoring Nutritional Status and Providing Additional Food to Pregnant Women

The low nutritional status of pregnant mother during pregnancy can result various adverse effects for mother and baby. Poor nutritional status in toddlers possible happen problems/delays development. In Dairi Regency has 189 toddlers (0.2 %) living in Bottom of the Line Red (BGM). Prevalence stunted toddlers in Dairi Regency in 2018 amounted to 23.3 %. That's why it's done empowerment cadres and village officials to monitor nutritional status and giving complementary food for pregnant mother and toddler to prevent stunting. Through increasing the knowledge and skills of cadres and village officials for achievement reducing the incidence of stunting in improving the nutritional status of pregnant women and toddlers can be done with nutritional surveillance by monitoring activities: recovery food complementary, administration of vitamin A, TTD, taburia, zinc, stimulation. This activity was attended by pregnant women, mothers of toddlers, cadres and village officials who were very enthusiastic about listening to the presentation by the service team about what is meant by stunting, its causes, treatment, and the role of cadres and village officials regarding the stunting problem. Discussions and questions and answers were also very interactive, showing the great attention paid to service activities. Apart from that, this service activity also provides complementary food to pregnant women and toddlers. Based on this, community service activities empowering the role of cadres and village officials to monitor nutritional status of pregnant mother and toddler for prevent stunting can increase knowledge and skills of partner in give knowledge and skills to pregnant and toddler for increase their nutritional status. It is hoped that this service activity can reduce the prevalence of stunting and other malnutrition problems.

Relationship Between Early Marriage and Mother’s Levels of Knowledge with Nutritional Status

&lt;p&gt;Early marriage still needs to be a concern due to the high incidence of cases and the impact it has on the health and nutritional status of toddlers. One of the long-term effects of early marriage is stunting, namely impaired growth and development in toddlers due to malnutrition. This study aims to explore the relationship between maternal age at marriage and nutrition knowledge levels with the nutritional status of toddlers. This research uses observational research with a cross-sectional design. The sample in this study was 48 mothers of toddlers with a history of early marriage. Data analysis used Spearman’s Rank test. The results showed that most of the mothers of toddlers married in their early adolescence (14 to 18 years), namely 29 people (60.4%). As many as 58.3% of toddlers have poor nutritional status, and 1.7% are in the good nutritional status category. The majority of mothers’ knowledge related to nutrition is lacking, as many as 24 (50%). There is a significant relationship between levels of a mother’s knowledge about nutrition and the nutritional status of toddlers with a &lt;em&gt;p&lt;/em&gt;-value of 0.001. However, mothers who marry early need to increase their understanding of balanced nutrition in toddlers to prevent malnutrition. Future research needs to look at the nutritional status of toddlers based on the education level of mothers of toddlers who marry early, which may be one of the causes of malnutrition status in toddlers.&lt;/p&gt;

The Relationship Between Knowledge Level and Attitudes of Mothers of Toddlers Towards Visits to Posyandu In Janti Village, Tarik District, Sidoarjo

One of the objectives of the Posyandu program is to reduce nutritional problems. The rate of malnutrition in Sidoarjo Regency is 3.8%, at the Tarik Health Center it is 0.13%, and in Janti Village, it reaches 5.13%. Malnutrition negatively impacts toddler growth. In 2023, the visit rate of toddlers to Posyandu in Janti Village was low, at only 32.1% of the total number of toddlers in the village, resulting in suboptimal monitoring of their growth. One factor influencing mothers' visits to Posyandu is their knowledge and attitude.This research is an analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design, aiming to analyze the relationship between the knowledge and attitudes of mothers of toddlers towards visits to Posyandu in Janti Village, Tarik District, Sidoarjo. The population consisted of 224 mothers of toddlers, with a sample of 70 respondents selected randomly through random sampling. Data were collected through questionnaires on the knowledge and attitudes of mothers towards Posyandu, as well as attendance records at Posyandu, and analyzed using Chi-Square and Fisher's Exact tests.Most respondents were aged 25-34 years (72.9%), had completed high school education (50.5%), and were housewives (62.6%). They generally possessed good knowledge about Posyandu (68.6%) or adequate knowledge (31.4%). Regarding visitation, 64.3% were active and 35.7% were inactive. This suggests that positive knowledge and attitudes towards Posyandu significantly influence visitation rates, supported by statistically significant results with a p-value of 0.001 (≤ 0.05).There exists a relationship between the level of knowledge and attitudes of mothers towards visits to Posyandu.

STUNTING PREVENTION THROUGH EMPOWERING PREGNANT WOMEN AND MOTHERS OF TODDLERS

Background: Stunting is a global issue, affecting 178 million children under five years old. In Indonesia, the prevalence of stunting remains high, with 30.8% of toddlers affected. Objective: This community service aimed to increase knowledge about stunting prevention among pregnant women and mothers of toddlers. Method: The educational activities, including lectures, discussions, and demonstrations, were conducted with 20 participants in the Dukunyar Village, Dukun District, Gresik Regency. Results: The results significantly improved participants' knowledge about stunting prevention. Conclusion: This suggests that educational interventions are effective in raising awareness about stunting prevention among vulnerable groups.