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Stunting is a problem of chronic malnutrition caused by a lack of nutritional intake over a long period of time due to the provision of food that is not in accordance with nutritional needs.  The aim of this activity is to educate the people of Sungai Kayu Ara village regarding the importance of stunting. This socialization activity broadens the mothers' insight so that anticipatory preparations for stunting prevention can be carried out from the start. The implementation method in this research is an educational approach, direct interaction with the community, evaluation of knowledge before and after socialization, as well as concrete actions to improve children's nutrition.  All of these efforts aim to increase the community's understanding of stunting and provide concrete support to prevent it. The data sources used in this research are interviews, questionnaires and observations. The results of this research are that the majority of the people of Sungai Kayu Ara Village still have little understanding about stunting can be seen from the results of the questionnaire that was distributed by Kukerta Unri students. Of the 35 respondents who were distributed the questionnaire, only around 12 people understood about stunting. Therefore, socialization is needed regarding stunting, the effects it causes, how to prevent it, and efforts to overcome stunting from The most basic stage, as a form of individual preparation effort without relying on government programs, because overcoming stunting is an urgent problem that must be handled by various parties.

Community empowerment is a fundamental pillar of national development aimed at enhancing social welfare, social justice, and active public participation in the development process. This Community Service Program aims to strengthen community understanding and capacity, particularly among women members of the PKK organization in Rimba Sekampung Village, regarding the strategic role of community empowerment as a national development priority. The activity was conducted on Thursday, January 18, 2024, at Jalan Belimbing, Rimba Sekampung Village, Dumai City. The implementation method employed socialization through counseling and persuasive guidance using a non-formal and participatory educational approach. The program focuses on women's empowerment, community participation in development, and the prevention of social issues such as sexual violence and bullying among children and adolescents. The results indicate an improvement in participants' awareness, understanding, and active involvement during discussions, as well as a strengthened commitment to act as agents of change within their communities. This program contributes positively to reinforcing the role of women as strategic partners of the government in promoting inclusive, equitable, and sustainable national development.

Satisfaction is a person who has compared in terms of performance and also the expected results through the level of a person's feelings. In another theory written by Wilton, it is stated that satisfaction or dissatisfaction is the result of the final evaluation of the customer's response, namely the suitability that has been felt by the customer with the expected performance of the product that can be felt after the customer uses it. (Abarca 2021) Family planning is an effort by husband and wife to measure the desired number and distance. The effort in question includes contraception or pregnancy prevention and family planning. The basic principle of contraceptive methods is to prevent male sperm from reaching and fertilizing a woman's egg (fertilization) or preventing a fertilized egg from implanting (attaching) and developing in the uterus (Th. Endang Purwoastuti, 2016).From a preliminary survey in January 2023 at the Siloam Clinic, West Siantar District, Pematangsiantar City, 20 women of childbearing age were found, of whom 7 people expressed dissatisfaction with contraceptive services. Based on the background description, researchers are interested in taking the title The Relationship between Service Quality and Mother's Satisfaction in Using IUD Contraception at the Siloam Clinic, West Siantar District, Pematangsiantar City in 2023  

Breast milk is the perfect and best food for babies, especially babies 0-6 months because it contains the nutritional elements needed for optimal growth and development of babies (Ministry of Health, 2021). Exclusive breastfeeding is breastfeeding for 6 months without giving any drinks or food, including clear water, vitamins and medicine (Ministry of Health of the Republic of Indonesia, 2020). Exclusive breastfeeding can be given directly or indirectly. Direct breastfeeding is by breastfeeding, while indirect breastfeeding is done by expressing or pumping breast milk, storing it, and then giving it to the baby. Giving breast milk based on the definition above, the mother is said to give exclusive breast milk if the baby is only given breast milk for the age of 0-6 months, while the mother is said to give non-exclusive breast milk if the baby is given other additional food or drink at the age of 0-6 months (Proverawati, 2015). Exclusive breastfeeding with growth in babies aged 7-12 months at the BP Nauli Community Health Center, Kec. Siantar Marihat Pematangsiantar City In 2023, the majority will be given exclusive breast milk with 18 people growing fat, 15 people will not be given exclusive breast milk with a normal body.The results of the Chi-square test show that with a p-value of 0.000 < 0.05, it can be concluded that there is a relationship between exclusive breastfeeding and growth in babies aged 7-12 months at the BP Nauli District Health Center. Siantar Marihat, Pematangsiantar City in 2023. Based on the results of the research, it can be seen that out of the 62 respondents, 35 babies were given exclusive breast milk (56.6%) and 27 people were not exclusively breastfed (43.5%). There were 27 mothers who did not give exclusive breast milk to their babies (43.5%). This is due to the mother's lack of knowledge about the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding and there are also mothers who work so they say they do not give exclusive breast milk to their babies because of the mother's lack of knowledge about expressed breast milk.    

Background: Anemia in pregnant women can increase the risk of premature birth, maternal and child mortality, and infectious diseases. According to WHO, the prevalence of anemia in pregnant women is around 35-75%, and it increases with the growth of gestational age. Objective: This study aims to increase insight and knowledge and to find out the incidence of pregnant women with anemia before and after the intervention. In addition, to analyze the effect of giving a mixture of honey to increase hemoglobin levels in anemic pregnant women. Methods: The design in this study used the Quasi-experimental design method. Quasi-experimental design (quasi-experimental) with a quantitative approach to one group design pre-test and post-test. The population in this study were all pregnant women who came to check their pregnancy at the Pratama Hidayah Clinic in January 2022. The sampling technique in this study was purposive sampling, namely taking samples based on considerations with the desired elements by inclusion criteria with the number of a sample of 15 respondents. Results: Test using the Shapiro Wilk method. The significance value of the pre-test variable is 0.994 and the significance value of the post-test variable is 0.153 or > 0.050, meaning that the data in this study are normally distributed. So the statistical test used is the T-test with a p-value of pre-test - post test of 0.000 < 0.050. Thus, it can be concluded that there is a significant difference between the average pre-test and post-test variables. This means that there is an effect of giving a mixture of honey increases hemoglobin levels in pregnant women with anemia. Conclusion: From the research conducted that there is a significant difference between the value of the pre-test and post-test, besides that there is a very strong relationship between the effect of giving a mixture of honey to the increase in hemoglobin levels in the mother. pregnant with anemia.

This research explores the potential of Indonesian animated children's songs videos in supporting vocabulary development in toddlers. Sampling from the "Lagu Anak Indonesia Balita" channel on YouTube, the study utilizes observational methods of visual style and literature review to understand children's visual responses to the content. The results indicate that Indonesian animated children's song videos, with their short duration and repetitive lyrics, can create an enjoyable learning experience. From a phonological perspective, the repetition of sounds in the lyrics aids in the recognition of language sounds. Semantic aspects are represented through the introduction of various vocabulary in an easily digestible manner. The simple syntax of the lyrics supports the understanding of basic sentence structures, and pragmatically, these songs can be applied in everyday communicative contexts. In conclusion, Indonesian animated children's song videos can positively contribute to the vocabulary development of toddlers through a holistic and enjoyable approach. The findings of this research can serve as a foundation for the development of early childhood education curricula that effectively utilize animated media.

Teachers as the main component in the learning process play an important role. The role of the teacher is to educate, teach, guide and train and motivate students, so that they are able to be disciplined, so that they are successful in pursuing education. Teachers have a big role in educating students because teachers can train students' discipline at school so that good character is formed in children. The aim of this research is to explain the role of teachers in implementing student discipline at MIN 1 Medan. This research uses qualitative methods with descriptive research type. Data collection techniques in this research were carried out by observation, interviews and documentation with MIN 1 Medan teachers. The results of the research show that the role of teachers in applying learning discipline to students at MIN 1 Medan is good because with teachers being role models of discipline for their students, the teachers there have displayed and provided examples of good attitudes in implementing students' disciplinary character.

This research aims to find a solution to the problem of difficulties in improving language skills in terms of early reading in early childhood in group A1 in Hidayatus Shibyan Surabaya. The research method used in this research is the research and development method or often called Research and Development (R&D). The subjects of this research are students in group A1 of the Hidayatus Shubiyan Kindergarten for the 2023-2024 academic year with a total of 15 students with an average age 4-5 years old, consisting of 9 female students and 6 male students. The results of the research presented data on the differences between the use of Pop Up learning media and increasing initial reading abilities in the A1 group of Kindergarten Hidayatus Shibyan Surabaya. From the table above, the result is tcount = - with a significance level of 0.000. Because the significance level is smaller than 0.05, Ha is accepted, and Ho is rejected. Based on the results of this research, it can be concluded that "There is an influence of the use of Pop Up learning media on increasing the initial reading ability of children in group A1 of Kindergarten Hidayatus Shibyan Surabaya"

Children are part of the family who have rights and obligations through the process of growth and development. The purpose of this study is to uncover and understand the dramaturgical process involved in the role of child labourers as they are involved in managing the family economy. This research will examine how child labourers choose certain characters or roles in carrying out the profession. The research was conducted in Alun- Alun as a public facility that is often used as a location for child labourers to carry out their activities every night. This research uses a qualitative approach by using data collection instruments directly in the field. This research was analysed from the observation, interview, documentation and data presentation process. The theory used is Social Dramatugi theory to find out the character shown by child workers in their profession and Interpretation Fulfilment theory to find out the experience of child workers in helping families. The results of this study show that the behaviour patterns of child workers from the frontstage show the attitude of child workers in the internal and external character of children. The backstage part of child labourers is also able to show the life of child labourers in the family. So that the pattern of responsibility owned is the basis for their encouragement to continue working every day even though there are children's time that must be sacrificed.

Parenting is a learning process in the form of care between parents and chilfren by fulfilling all their needs. Parenting education has big influence on children’s development and to improve children’s character.parents are asked to be active and effective in educating children. Parents also have to control their chilfren more at home and when using cellphones. One of the factors causing children to use cellphones is that childrenbecome disobedient to their parents. The method of this service is lectures and discussions. The method of this service is providing explanation and understanding and tips on how to educate and guide children in Dukuh Manukan. The conclusion from the dedication carrid out bt the author is that parenting education is very effective in educating and guiding children so that children become closer to their parents.

This community service aims to provide learning guidance for elementary school children. The implementation of this service was carried out by PSDKU Regency Real Work Lecture (KKN) students. Southwest Maluku in Patti Village. The method for implementing community service activities consists of three stages, namely planning, implementation and evaluation. Community service activities in the form of tutoring will be carried out from August – September 2023 3 times a week, at 16.00–17.30 WIT in the Patti Christian Elementary School study room. The tutoring participants are Patti Christian Elementary School children. Students provide study guidance material using lecture methods, practice questions and questions and answers. The tutoring activities that have been implemented are going well. The results of this activity have had a positive impact on the participants and are an example of how community service can help improve the quality of education at the basic level. Participants' ability to understand and solve practice questions well and correctly. Furthermore, basic English language skills and computer training have also increased among the children of Patti village.  

Queen Sirikit, the founder of Thailand, is an important figure in the country's history and has made significant contributions to society, education and health. His birthday is celebrated every year on August 12, and Thai people pay tribute to him. The annual Queen Sirikit celebration also takes place at Saengarun Anusorn School Nawarthiwat, where students learn about Queen Sirikit's contribution to the nation and her role in their lives. This event is a fun and educational activity, allowing students to participate in the process of overcoming and integrating into their community. Not only that, students are also taught how to honor a mother and the struggle of a mother to raise, educate and provide the best for her children

Worksheet for children is one of the learning tools that can be used as early childhood education media. Early childhood refers to children in the age range of 0-6 years old. As we all know, this age is crucial and influential for the future of these children. Therefore, one of the roles that parents can play is to find suitable learning media, and one of them is by using children's worksheets. Children's worksheets are often associated with images of living beings such as humans and animals.To address the concerns of Muslim parents who may consider drawing living beings as prohibited, a faceless worksheet named "Hanif" has been created. The Hanif worksheet is designed to be suitable for Muslim families, featuring captivating images that are liked by children.

The purpose of this assistance is to introduce and provide basic knowledge about hijaiyah letters, both in the form of readings and the basic forms of these letters. This assistance was carried out due to the lack of interest in reading and writing the Qur'an in Korong Simpang Tiga due to the Covid-19 situation and conditions that hit at that time. This assistance is carried out using the Particitpatory Action Research (PAR) method with the initial stage, namely by providing a general description by writing the hijaiyah letter shape on the blackboard, then introducing the reading by singing the song "hijaiyah letters". The next stage is to sing together by pointing one by one to the hijaiyah letters sung. The results of assistance in the first stage were obtained by children who previously did not know the hijaiyah letters, becoming aware of the hijaiyah letter shape by visualizing the shape of the letter on the blackboard. Then it was obtained that children who previously had little interest in learning the Qur'an became eager to learn by using the method of singing with the song "hijaiyah letters" and giving an idea of the shape of the hijaiyah letters. Then with the method of singing as well as visualizing the shape of the letters, it makes children who do not understand the differences between hijaiyah letters understand the differences between letters with one another. In using this method, children are also obtained who memorize and can write back the hijaiyah letters requested by the author.

This research aims to determine the role of parents in learning during the Covid-19 pandemic at SD Negeri 1 Tobelo, North Halmahera Regency and to find out parents' strategies for providing guidance to children when studying during the Covid-19 pandemic. This research method is descriptive qualitative using the Snowball technique. . This research analysis is data reduction, data presentation and conclusions. The research results show the role of parents in the child's learning process during study from home. The role of parents is also very necessary to provide education to children who do not really understand about the Covid-19 pandemic which is currently endemic and is forcing people to stay at home, study from home, worship and work from home. In principle, so far apart from parents, there are also teachers or even peers who carry out this role. For now, it is almost certain that this role will only be carried out by parents or family at home, so there must be more strengthening, sensitivity and patience from parents in implementing distance education for early childhood children at home. The existence of learning activities at home also has benefits for children and their parents. This government policy regarding online learning makes us all aware of the importance of learning technology and using technology positively.

Scabies is a disease that can be transmitted directly or indirectly. Although this condition is more common in children and young adults, it can affect people of any age. Scabies is a type of skin infection caused by the Sarcoptes scabiei mite. To identify knowledge of scabies prevention in the Waekolo tribe, Wamlana village. The research method used is a quantitative method with a descriptive observation research design using a cross-sectional approach. The instrument used was the Questionnaire The results of research conducted from 70 respondents who had the highest distribution of knowledge, namely fairly good knowledge, amounted to 36 people (51.4%) and the least amounted to good knowledge, amounted to 10 people (14.3%). Public knowledge about scabies prevention, where there are still people who do not know the causes of scabies, as well as about the transmission of scabies.

Managing family finances is not easy, but it is also not difficult if we know how. Good family financial management is the key to a family's success. Both husband and wife have responsibility for managing family finances, so husband and wife must be able to manage expenses well. For the financial scope in a family, financial management is mostly carried out by a wife as someone who is responsible for managing the household. Having a role as family financial manager, a wife must have knowledge about managing family finances. Starting from recording routine expenses, knowing the family's short, medium and long term needs, to setting aside for future savings. The results achieved through the training provided can increase understanding of family financial planning, participants are also able to make financial plans that are useful in managing household finances. This training is able to increase the training participants' awareness of the importance of family financial planning, then increase the training participants' motivation to create or prepare a budget, save and invest in managing finances. Training participants are able to prepare and simulate financial management in the process of preparing financial planning from the total income they have and the budget allocation that must be made to make it easier for families to manage their finances.

The economy in Indonesia has developed after being hit by the Covid-19 pandemic. All levels of society participate in improving the economy, including coastal communities. To improve their economy, fishing families work by fishing at sea and this activity is dominated by men. During the sailing period, an area will be dominated by wives and children. The wives will have two roles while their husbands are away sailing, as housewives and as the financial drivers of the family. This condition requires fisherwomen to play a role as drivers of the family economy. One way that can be done is by empowering fisherwomen. The community service team of the Veteran National Development University of East Java empowered fisherwomen in Pabean Village, Dringu District, Probolinggo Regency by conducting training in making handicrafts with copper wire into brooches with high selling value together with the owner of 'Tenocraft'. The method used in this training is the andragogy learning system. Participants were enthusiastic and able to follow the guidance of the speakers.

UMKM are productive businesses owned by individuals and/or individual business entities that meet the criteria for micro businesses as regulated in law. The government supports UMKM with programs as an effort to improve community welfare. The government's efforts to improve community welfare are through the National Economic Recovery (PEN) program supporting UMKM. The Sindon Bazaar is a forum for Sindon Village UMKM which was formed by the Sindon Gemah Abundant KKN Committee Team (SGM). This bazaar was held according to the needs and potential of the community in Sindon Village. The management of the Sindon Bazaar consists of the SGM KKN Committee Team assisted by the youth of the local Dukuh Youth Organization. In the Sindon Bazaar, there are many UMKM selling various foods, drinks and toys for children. The results of the implementation of the bazaar that have been achieved include increasing the income of the UMKM community who participated in the bazaar, where what was usually empty of consumers became busy with consumers and the level of sales increased, as well as helping the people of Sindon Village to innovate and hone their skills as a new business opportunity

This study aims to determine the prevalence of refractive errors in children with Down Syndrome in eye examination activities carried out during Down Syndrome Awareness Month 2023 by the East Java Association of Parents of Children with Down Syndrome (PIK POTADS). A total of 30 children with Down Syndrome underwent eye examinations, and the results showed that 18 children (72%) had myopia, 7 children (28%) had astigmatism, and 5 children were indicated to require further referral to a pediatric ophthalmologist. These results indicate that children with Down Syndrome have a high risk of experiencing refractive errors, so regular eye examinations and medical follow-up are needed.