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Knowledge is the result of knowing, which occurs after a person perceives an object. Attitude refers to views, opinions, or feelings toward a specific object, person, or event. Antenatal care (ANC) refers to pregnancy check-ups and is defined as prenatal monitoring, primarily aimed at the growth and development of the fetus in the womb. Based on field observations, the researcher found that pregnant women who rarely or do not attend ANC visits often experience complications during pregnancy, postpartum complications, babies born with low birth weight (LBW), preterm births, and pregnant women only seek healthcare services when problems arise in their pregnancy. Additionally, there are still pregnant women who deliver with the assistance of traditional birth attendants or midwives in the village. This study aims to determine the relationship between pregnant women's knowledge and attitudes with ANC visits in the working area of Bapinang Health Center. Research Methods: This study used a cross-sectional design. The instrument used was a questionnaire, and the data were analyzed using the Chi-Square statistical test, with 34 pregnant women as respondents. Results: The study found a significant relationship between pregnant women's knowledge and ANC visits with a p-value of 0.001 < 0.05, meaning that H1 is accepted. It can be concluded that there is a relationship between knowledge and ANC visits in the working area of Bapinang Health Center. Similarly, the attitude variable had a p-value of 0.004 < 0.05, so H2 is accepted. It can be concluded that there is a relationship between pregnant women's attitudes and ANC visits in the working area of Bapinang Health Center. Conclusion: This study concludes that there is a relationship between pregnant women's knowledge and attitudes with ANC visits in the working area of Bapinang Health Center.

Molly fish (Poelicia sphenops) is a freshwater ornamental fish commodity which is a type of "livebearer" fish or stores eggs in the body and gives birth to larvae. The research method used in this research is an experimental method. The aim of this research is to determine the effect of giving artificial feed with different protein content on the weight growth of molly fish and determine the appropriate dose of artificial feed for weight growth of molly fish. It is hoped that the benefits of this research will increase scientific insight in the fisheries sector, especially in the use and influence of artificial feed with different protein content on molly fish weight growth to advance the fisheries sector. The content in feed pf 0-100 protein is 39 - 41%, takari feed is 30% protein, mem feed is 60% protein. Each treatment in this study was carried out in 8 repetitions.

Cigarette smoke is a mixture of smoke and particles. The smoke consists of 4000 mixed chemical compounds, including toxic substances and 69 of them are cancer-causing substances. Pregnant women who are exposed to cigarette smoke will have an impact on their pregnancy and fetus, such as low birth weight, risk of premature birth, respiratory problems and other fetal development disorders. This community service activity is to increase pregnant women's knowledge about the dangers of cigarette smoke during pregnancy. The method of this activity is to provide direct counseling to 20 pregnant women. It is hoped that pregnant women can avoid exposure to cigarette smoke around them so that it does not harm the health of the fetus during pregnancy.

Adolescence is a transition period from child to adult. Problems that often arise as a result of physical changes, emotional changes and social changes in adolescents are free sexual behavior, early pregnancy, and contracting sexually transmitted diseases including HIV/AIDS. Early pregnancy can have a detrimental impact, especially on young women, both physically, psychologically and socially. Physically, a teenage mother faces a higher risk of eclampsia, puerperal endometritis, and systemic infections than women aged 20 to 24 years, and babies of teenage mothers face a higher risk of low birth weight, premature birth, and severe neonatal conditions. Objective: to determine the knowledge and attitudes of young women regarding early pregnancy. This type of research is a case study using descriptive research with a sample size of 5 people. Results: characteristics of respondents aged 14-19 years. With an average education level of middle school and high school. Most of the knowledge of young women who do not understand about early pregnancy is 80% and those who already understand it is 20%. Conclusion: knowing the knowledge and attitudes of young women regarding early pregnancy where the majority of young women have insufficient knowledge and unsupportive attitudes.

Menopause is a natural process that occurs in all women, marked by the permanent cessation of menstruation (menstruation) and begins with irregular menstrual periods (Northrup, 2021). Often women face menopause with anxiety and fear because they are entering old age and are no longer able to give birth. Children (Sebtalesy & Irmawati Mathar, 2019). As a result of this situation, a decrease in the hormone estrogen, progesterone and sex hormones can cause physical symptoms that may be experienced when reaching menopause, namely in the form of a sudden hot feeling attacking the upper part of the body, excessive sweating at night, difficulty sleeping, irritation of the skin, symptoms in the mouth and teeth, vaginal dryness, difficulty holding urine, and weight gain (Intan, 2017; Noervadila et al., 2020). The target of this Community Service (PKM) activity are mothers who are members of the Dharma Wanita Association – DWP, Bantul Ministry of Religion. This community service activity was carried out as an effort to improve the level of public health simultaneously and synergistically in Tips for Maintaining Pre-Menopausal Mental Health and Increasing the Capacity of Members of the Dharma WanitaSatu – DWP Ministry of Religion Bantul.

Asphyxia is a condition in which a baby fails to breathe spontaneously and regularly immediately after birth, preventing oxygen intake and carbonic acid removal (Dewi, 2011). It is a pathological change caused by insufficient oxygen in the respiratory air, leading to hypoxia and hypercapnia (Ridha, 2014). Asphyxia can occur at birth (primary asphyxia) or develop later (secondary asphyxia). This study aims to identify factors influencing neonatal asphyxia at the Pagar Merbau Health Center, Deli Serdang Regency, in 2023. The research employs an analytical method with a cross-sectional approach. Data analysis utilized the chi-square statistical test and Fisher’s Exact Test in SPSS to determine the relationship between independent and dependent variables. Results from bivariate analysis using Fisher's Exact Test revealed a p-value of 0.344, indicating no statistically significant relationship between maternal age and neonatal asphyxia at the Pagar Merbau Health Center in 2023. To reduce neonatal asphyxia risk, pregnant women should undergo regular antenatal care using available health facilities to detect complications such as premature birth (<37 weeks), postmature birth (>42 weeks), low birth weight, or premature rupture of membranes. Early detection and appropriate medical intervention can minimize neonatal asphyxia incidence. Healthcare providers must enhance prenatal education and monitoring programs to ensure better maternal and neonatal health outcomes. Strengthening healthcare services and raising awareness among pregnant women about risk factors can contribute significantly to reducing neonatal asphyxia cases.

Low Birth Weight (LBW) infants are at high risk for complications and are one of the leading causes of infant mortality in Indonesia, including in Aceh Province, where infant mortality rates are significant. This study aims to analyze the impact of LBW infant care on child development in the working area of Langsa Timur Health Center, Langsa Timur District, Langsa City, Aceh Province, in 2023. The research used a qualitative approach, conducting interviews with mothers and infants with a history of LBW. Data analysis was performed descriptively using univariate analysis to identify the characteristics of mothers and infants, as well as child development. The results showed that the majority of mothers (80%) were under 35 years old, had secondary education (100%), and were housewives (100%). The majority of infants were female (60%), and most had appropriate development (60%). The majority of infants had a history of LBW (60%). The findings suggest that appropriate care for LBW infants plays a crucial role in supporting child development and is expected to contribute to efforts to reduce LBW rates and infant mortality in the region, as well as improving the quality of maternal and child healthcare services.  

Trichomoniasis is a sexually transmitted disease caused by trichomonas vaginalis that affects both women and men. In pregnant women who do not maintain personal hygiene, it can cause trichomonas vaginalis infection which results in premature rupture of membranes, premature birth, babies of mothers with trichomoniasis are more likely to have birth weights less than normal. Preterm birth While being born too early and of low birth weight are the major causes of infant deaths. The research was perfomed at the Mamajang Health Centre between March 20 and April 6, 2023. This was a laboratory observational study conducted in order to analyze the presence of Trichomonas vaginalis in the urine of pregnant women. The sample sizes taken are the sample in this study were 35 urine the samples of pregnant women at the Mamajang Health Center with purposive sampling technique. Based on the results of research conducted microscopically, it can be concluded that on positive sample was found in the urine of pregnant women with a percentage of 2.85%. Examination of urine pH, turbidity and the number of leukocytes in the sediment in the urine to see the presence of Trichomonas vaginalis urine, pregnant women.

Approximately 40% of pregnant women worldwide experience anemia. Anemia during pregnancy can cause various serious complications, including premature birth, low birth weight, and even increase the risk of maternal and infant death. Complementary therapy can be an alternative for preventing and treating anemia in pregnant women. This study aims to review research articles related to complementary therapy that can be used to treat anemia in pregnant women. Literature searches through academic databases such as Google Scholar, PubMed and ScienceDirect. Literature selection was carried out based on inclusion criteria (scientific articles in the last 5 years, English/Indonesian, relevant topics) and exclusion (irrelevant articles, no abstract/full-text). Interventions such as acupuncture, yoga, traditional herbs, moringa leaves, spinach and beetroot juice can be safe and natural solutions to increase hemoglobin levels. The selection of the appropriate method can be adjusted according to individual preferences, accessibility, and the level of anemia experienced.  

Nutritional intake of pregnant women affects fetal growth. Good nutritional status in pregnant women can prevent low birth weight (LBW) and stunting (short). This study aims to determine the factors associated with the compliance of pregnant women in consuming Fe tablets at the Kabanjahe Health Center, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province in 2024. This type of research is a study with a cross-sectional design. In cross-sectional research, the cause or risk and effect variables or cases that occur in the research object are measured or collected simultaneously (at the same time). The population is all pregnant women at the Kabanjahe Health Center, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency, as many as 36 people. The number of samples used was 36 people obtained using the Total sampling technique. The data analysis technique used chi-square analysis. The results obtained in this study were from 36 respondents, there was a relationship between knowledge and compliance of pregnant women in consuming Fe tablets at the Kabanjahe Health Center, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province in 2024, with a p-value of 0.001 (p-value <0.05), Pregnant Women TM III, there was a relationship between husband and family support for compliance of pregnant women in consuming Fe tablets at the Kabanjahe Health Center, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province in 2024, with a p-value of 0.000 (p-value <0.05), there was a relationship between ANC visits and compliance of pregnant women in consuming Fe tablets at the Kabanjahe Health Center, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province in 2024, with a p-value of 0.002 (p-value <0.05), there was a relationship between motivation and compliance of pregnant women in consuming Fe tablets at the Kabanjahe Health Center, Kabanjahe District, Karo Regency, North Sumatra Province North Sumatra in 2024, with a p-value of 0.021 (p-value < 0.05).

Chronic Energy Deficiency (CED) in pregnant women can cause children born with cognitive decline, risk of stunting, and risk of chronic diseases in adults. The problem of pregnant women in CED is caused by low nutritional intake. Pregnant women with anemia are at 4.13 times greater risk of giving birth to children with short birth length compared to mothers who are not anemic. CED in pregnant women can cause risks and complications including anemia, bleeding, maternal weight does not increase normally and contracting infectious diseases. CED in pregnant women can affect the growth process of the fetus and can cause miscarriage, abortion, stillbirth, neonatal death, congenital defects, anemia in infants, intrapartum asphyxia, and low birth weight (LBW). Based on a survey conducted at the Cendana Putih Health Center, 45 pregnant women experienced CED (12.4%) in 2023. The problems that occur can be overcome by holding a collaborative program that can improve the health of pregnant women. This program can be used to address problems appropriately, namely by empowering pregnant women and cadres through GerCep CED. The design used in this program is community service activities carried out in the form of education in the form of providing pocket books and conducting direct counseling during the schedule of pregnant women's classes and assistance in making PMT from local food ingredients. The conclusion of this activity is that participants who initially had a low level of knowledge of KEK in pregnant women became more knowledgeable about KEK in pregnant women.

Currently, there are many cases of unclear child identity status, such as for adopted children. The importance of a birth certificate issued immediately after delivery is to provide the authentic identity details of the child, which are vital for establishing the child’s origin. Some key points regarding adopted children are that adoption does not sever the biological relationship between the child and their birth parents. An adopted child has the same rights as a biological child, such as having a birth certificate and being included in the Family Card. However, an adopted child does not inherit from their adoptive parents unless specified by a will or a mandatory will. Medical personnel are required to issue a birth certificate that reflects the actual circumstances, as this will impact the child's rights in the future. A birth certificate contains information such as the date, time, and place of birth, gender, weight, and the names of the parents. According to Law No. 35 of 2014, Article (1), an individual's identity must be established at birth, and Article (2) states that the identity is documented in a birth certificate. The state, government, society, family, and parents are all obligated to ensure the protection of children, as they are physically and psychologically vulnerable, immature, and still in need of protection.

Children with low birth weight have a higher risk of death in the first month of life, experience growth disorders, developmental delays, lower IQ levels, and increase the risk of developing degenerative diseases in old age. This study aims to determine the relationship between ANC visit and the incidence of LBW in Babakan Madang District, Bogor Regency in 2019. The research design used was cross-sectional. This study used secondary data obtained from the PITTA B umbrella research in 2019. The results showed that 5.8% of children experienced LBW in Babakan Madang District in 2019. The proportion of LBW incidence was greater in mothers who did not had an ANC visit (11.6%) compared to mothers who had an ANC visit. (5.6%). The results of the chi-square analysis showed that there was no significant relationship between ANC visit and the incidence of LBW (p = 0.277). The researcher suggested that the Bogor Regency Health Office be able to improve LBW prevention interventions, such as improving the quality of antenatal care, and educating pregnant women about the importance of antenatal care.

This study is a Systematic Literature Review (SLR) which aims to analyze the relationship between risk factors and the incidence of birth canal laceration and its impact on postpartum hemorrhage. The review of various studies showed that postpartum hemorrhage and perineal rupture have complex and interrelated risk factors, with placental retention, uterine atony, and birth canal laceration as the main causes (p-value <0.05). Maternal characteristics such as age, parity (especially in multiparous with a prevalence of 32.9%), history of previous bleeding (OR=7.725), and pregnancy spacing less than two years (OR=6.943) contributed significantly to the risk of complications. Birth weight had a significant association with the incidence of perineal rupture, while the innovative use of warmpad proved effective with 58.8% of cases showing an intact perineum post-delivery. The study also identified anemia in pregnancy as an important risk factor, with the distribution of causes of postpartum hemorrhage including placental retention (44%), uterine atony (28%), uterine rupture (18.6%), and uterine inversion (9.4%), confirming the importance of comprehensive monitoring during pregnancy to prevent complications.

Background: Anemia in pregnant women is a significant health problem, especially in developing countries, where its prevalence can reach 43%. Anemia can increase the risk of low birth weight (LBW), which negatively affects the health of the baby. Therefore, it is important to understand the factors that influence pregnant women's adherence to taking blood supplement tablets (TTD) and its impact on maternal and infant health. Objectives: This study aimed to explore the relationship between knowledge, attitude, and family support on pregnant women's adherence to taking iron tablets, and to analyze the relationship between anemia in pregnant women and the incidence of LBW. Methods: The method used in the preparation of this journal is the literature review method. Results: The results showed that there was a significant relationship between mothers' knowledge about the importance of iron and their compliance in taking iron tablets, with a highly significant p value. Family support was also shown to play an important role in improving the adherence of pregnant women. Overall, this study emphasizes the need for appropriate interventions and continuous education on the importance of iron consumption during pregnancy to reduce the risk of anemia and LBW.

Pregnant women need nutrition to stay healthy. This is done by increasing and varying the food consumed, but do not increase the portion size and also limit the diet because it can harm the fetus in the womb. Chronic Energy Deficiency is a condition where a pregnant woman experiences a lack of food for a long period of time (chronic or chronic), giving rise to health problems such as being unable to meet the increased nutritional needs during pregnancy. Pregnant women who suffer from CED have a higher risk of giving birth with lower birth weight (LBW) than pregnant women without CED. The aim of this activity is to increase respondents' knowledge regarding how to prevent and treat CED. Socialization methods in the form of lectures and questions and answers are used in this activity using leaflets as media. Activity Results: Respondents were very enthusiastic about the material presented and there were several respondents who asked questions. The conclusion of this educational activity was successfully carried out to increase knowledge and awareness of pregnant women about the importance of preventing and treating Chronic Energy Deficiency Disorders (CED).

The still high population growth is one of the polemics that occurs in Indonesia, so that Indonesia is still called a developing country. Therefore, the government's effort to suppress population growth is by establishing the Family Planning Family Planning program. The aim of this research is to analyze the effect of 3-month birth control injections on increasing body weight at the Family Planning Extension Center in Parpaudangan Village, North Labuhan Batu in 2023. This research is quantitative with a case control research design carried out at the Parpaudangan Family Planning Extension Center. The population in this study was 35 mothers who came to visit the family planning extension center. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. In this research, the instruments used were primary data and secondary data as well as bivariate analysis using the Chi Square test with a confidence level of 95%. In conclusion, the statistical test results show an OR (Odds Ratio) of 2.310 with calculated X2 (2.089) < X2 Table (3.841) or p (0.148) > α (0.050) and CI (0.872; 6.118). The results of this research show that 3-month contraceptive injections are not a significant factor as the main cause of weight gain, but acceptors of 3-month contraceptive injections are likely to experience weight gain 2 times greater than non-acceptors of 3-month contraceptives, at the Parpaudangan village family planning extension center in 2023 .    

Background: Infants born with Low Birth Weight (LBW) are a significant factor contributing to stunting in children under five. Therefore, a system is needed for early detection of LBW. To develop an accurate system, accurate variables are necessary. Descriptive research on the determinants of LBW based on maternal history is crucial. Objective: To identify the determinants of LBW from maternal history as a basis for developing Fuzzy Logic Method technology. Method: This quantitative study employs a descriptive analytic approach. Results: SPSS data analysis indicates a relationship between LBW and gestational age (p-value: 0.001), parity (p-value: 0.008), Mid-Upper Arm Circumference (MUAC) (p-value: 0.758), hemoglobin levels (p-value: 0.021), and pregnancy risk (p-value: 0.001). Conclusion: The independent variables significantly associated with LBW are gestational age, parity, anemia status from hemoglobin data, and pregnancy risk status. Conversely, MUAC is not significantly associated with LBW.

A human being was created to live in pairs as husband and wife through marriage. Marriage is a spiritual bond between a man and a woman as husband and wife with the aim of forming a happy and eternal family or household. Ideally, women marry at the age of 21-25 years, while men at the age of 25-28 years. It is recommended that getting married at this age can be done in terms of the health of the woman's reproductive organs, which are ready to conceive and give birth. Likewise, men of this age are ready to fulfill their obligations as head of the family (Fatmawati etal., 2019).  This community service activity takes the form of counseling about the impact of early marriage on teenagers in Darul Amin Village, Lawe Alas District, Southeast Aceh Regency. This activity was attended by 30 participants with the aim of increasing young women's knowledge about the impact of early marriage on young women. The results of this activity were an increase in the knowledge of young women before and after being given counseling, namely from an average knowledge score of 50 to 80. It is hoped that this activity can be useful for young women and not to engage in early marriage to prevent the effects, namely miscarriage, anemia, birth weight low, sexually transmitted diseases.

Anemia in pregnant women is a serious health problem in Indonesia, with a prevalence of 48.9% based on the 2018 Riskesdas data. This condition can have negative impacts on the health of both the mother and the fetus, such as increased risks of premature birth, low birth weight babies, and maternal and infant mortality. Anemia in pregnant women is generally caused by deficiencies in iron, folic acid, and vitamin B12. This community service activity aims to educate the public about preventing anemia among pregnant women, conducted at the Dahlia Posyandu in the working area of Puskesmas Ariodillah Palembang. The activities include outreach on the signs, symptoms, causes, and prevention of anemia, as well as hemoglobin (Hb) level examinations for early detection of anemia. The methods used are interactive socialization and health examinations, involving posyandu cadres and the surrounding community. The examination results indicate that no pregnant women were found to be anemic, and participants’ knowledge of anemia increased by 95% after attending the outreach. This activity is expected to raise public awareness of the importance of anemia prevention and health during pregnancy. Recommendations for follow-up programs include ongoing education, improving access to health services, and attention to the health of the elderly in the area.