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The postpartum period is a critical phase in which mothers experience physiological and psychological recovery. Bengkung, a traditional abdominal binding cloth, is commonly used by Indonesian postpartum mothers, but inappropriate application may cause discomfort and may not support recovery optimally. This community service program aimed to improve postpartum mothers' knowledge and skills regarding safe and appropriate bengkung use. The activity was conducted through counseling, demonstration, guided practice, and evaluation using a one-group pre-test and post-test approach involving 30 postpartum mothers at a community-based maternal health service setting. The educational content covered postpartum physiological changes, indications and contraindications, safe binding principles, hygiene, duration of use, warning signs, and when to seek professional care. The evaluation showed an increase in good knowledge from 26.7% before education to 86.7% after education, and correct practice skills increased from 20.0% to 83.3%. Participants also reported better understanding of avoiding overly tight binding, maintaining breathing comfort, and discontinuing use when pain, shortness of breath, excessive bleeding, or wound problems occur. This activity indicates that structured education and demonstration can strengthen postpartum self-care and support safer integration of traditional practices into maternal health services.

Data from the 2020 LFSP (Long Form Population Census) recorded a maternal mortality ratio of 189 per 100,000 live births, while the infant mortality rate was recorded at 16.85 per 1,000 live births. The causes of maternal mortality were hemorrhage, preeclampsia/eclampsia, infection, prolonged labor, and miscarriage. Meanwhile, the majority of infant deaths were due to low birth weight, asphyxia, and infection at birth. Stunting remains a particular concern in Tegal City. Various measures have been taken, and the stunting rate has decreased to around 13.8% according to data from early 2025. This PKM is expected to increase public knowledge on caring for pregnant women, women in labor, postpartum women, and newborns, as well as preventing stunting in children, thereby reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. The methods used in this activity include health education and outreach with a promotive and preventive approach, targeting pregnant women and mothers with infants and toddlers. Community service was held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Boegenvil Health Center in Cabawan Village, Tegal City, with 53 participants. The results of this activity showed an increase in the level of knowledge of the participants, from 11 people with a good level of knowledge to 41 people after receiving counseling, with 3 participants still having a low level of knowledge.

Data from the 2020 LFSP (Long Form Population Census) recorded a maternal mortality ratio of 189 per 100,000 live births, while the infant mortality rate was recorded at 16.85 per 1,000 live births. The causes of maternal mortality were hemorrhage, preeclampsia/eclampsia, infection, prolonged labor, and miscarriage. Meanwhile, the majority of infant deaths were due to low birth weight, asphyxia, and infection at birth. Stunting remains a particular concern in Tegal City. Various measures have been taken, and the stunting rate has decreased to around 13.8% according to data from early 2025. This PKM is expected to increase public knowledge on caring for pregnant women, women in labor, postpartum women, and newborns, as well as preventing stunting in children, thereby reducing maternal and infant mortality rates. The methods used in this activity include health education and outreach with a promotive and preventive approach, targeting pregnant women and mothers with infants and toddlers. Community service was held on Wednesday, December 17, 2025, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Boegenvil Health Center in Cabawan Village, Tegal City, with 53 participants. The results of this activity showed an increase in the level of knowledge of the participants, from 11 people with a good level of knowledge to 41 people after receiving counseling, with 3 participants still having a low level of knowledge.

Based on the 2017 Indonesian Demographic and Health Survey (SDKI), one of the SDGs targets by 2030 is to reduce the maternal mortality rate to 70 per 100,000 live births. The maternal mortality rate in Indonesia is 305 per 100,000 live births (Ministry of Health, 2017). This community service activity aims to determine the effect of postpartum care counseling on postpartum mothers' knowledge about the use of the KIA handbook. The implementation method involved community outreach and counseling in the target area, with the active participation of community leaders and residents. The results showed that education influenced postpartum mothers' knowledge. Counseling provided to postpartum mothers increased knowledge, leading to changes in knowledge before and after counseling. This activity is expected to be sustainable as a promotive and preventive effort in public health

Exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life is a key strategy for improving infant health and reducing morbidity and mortality. However, the coverage of exclusive breastfeeding remains suboptimal in many areas, often due to limited maternal knowledge, inadequate support, and insufficient lactation counseling. Intensive lactation counseling is expected to enhance mothers’ understanding, confidence, and commitment to exclusive breastfeeding. This study aimed to analyze the effect of intensive lactation counseling on exclusive breastfeeding practices up to three months postpartum at the Paguat Community Health Center (UPTD). This study employed a pre-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. A total of 30 breastfeeding mothers were selected as participants using purposive sampling techniques. Data on exclusive breastfeeding practices were collected before and after the implementation of intensive lactation counseling using structured questionnaires and observation sheets. The counseling intervention was conducted intensively through individualized sessions focusing on breastfeeding techniques, benefits of exclusive breastfeeding, and problem-solving strategies. Data were analyzed using the Wilcoxon signed-rank test with a significance level set at p < 0.05. The results showed a significant effect of intensive lactation counseling on exclusive breastfeeding practices up to three months postpartum. The Wilcoxon signed-rank test yielded a p-value of 0.000, indicating a statistically significant improvement in exclusive breastfeeding behavior after the intervention. In conclusion, intensive lactation counseling has a significant positive effect on exclusive breastfeeding up to three months. Strengthening lactation counseling services at community health centers recommended to improve exclusive breastfeeding coverage and support maternal and infant health outcomes.

Background: The postpartum period is a critical phase for maternal health, as mothers are vulnerable to various complications that may lead to serious morbidity or mortality if not detected early. Self-warning knowledge regarding danger signs during the postpartum period plays an essential role in enabling mothers to recognize abnormal conditions and seek timely health care. However, limited knowledge and inadequate counseling remain common challenges in postpartum services. Structured postpartum counseling is expected to improve mothers’ understanding of self-warning signs and enhance early detection of complications. Objective: This study aimed to determine the effectiveness of structured postpartum counseling on self-warning knowledge among postpartum mothers at the Ome Inpatient Health Center. Methods: This study employed an analytical observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 16 postpartum mothers selected using a total sampling technique. Data were collected using structured questionnaires to assess mothers’ knowledge of postpartum self-warning signs before and after receiving structured counseling. The counseling intervention was delivered using standardized educational materials. Data were analyzed using the Chi-square test to determine the effectiveness of structured postpartum counseling on self-warning knowledge. Results: The results showed an increase in self-warning knowledge among postpartum mothers after receiving structured counseling. Statistical analysis using the Chi-square test indicated a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), demonstrating a statistically significant effect of structured postpartum counseling on improving postpartum mothers’ self-warning knowledge. Conclusion: Structured postpartum counseling is effective in enhancing self-warning knowledge among postpartum mothers. The implementation of structured and continuous counseling during the postpartum period is recommended to support early detection of complications and improve maternal health outcomes.

Perineal wounds due to spontaneous tears or episiotomy are common conditions experienced by postpartum mothers and have the potential to cause complications if not properly cared for. Low knowledge and compliance of postpartum mothers in performing perineal wound care remains a problem in primary health care. This study aims to analyze the effect of perineal wound care education on the level of knowledge and compliance of postpartum mothers at the Laiwui Community Health Center, South Halmahera. The study used a quasi-experimental design with a one-group pretest–posttest approach. The study sample consisted of 40 postpartum mothers with perineal wounds and were selected using a total sampling technique. The intervention in the form of perineal wound care education was provided in a structured manner through counseling, leaflets, and live demonstrations. The level of knowledge and compliance was measured before and after the intervention using a standardized questionnaire. Data analysis was performed univariately and bivariately using the Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test. The results showed an increase in the level of knowledge and compliance of postpartum mothers after being provided with education. The Wilcoxon test showed a significant difference between knowledge levels before and after education (p < 0.05), as well as a significant difference in postpartum maternal compliance (p < 0.05). It can be concluded that perineal wound care education has a significant effect on increasing postpartum maternal knowledge and compliance. Structured and applicable education is recommended to be integrated as part of the standard postpartum care in primary health care to support maternal recovery and prevent postpartum complications.

One of the problems during the postpartum period is swollen breasts or breast milk retention. The cause of breast milk dams is breast milk that is not released immediately, causing the breasts to swell. Breast care during the postpartum period is a necessity for mothers. Breast care during the postpartum period is very important to facilitate the release of breast milk. The government has made various efforts to increase exclusive breastfeeding. In this regard, health education about breast care is an effort to improve mothers' skills in breastfeeding and especially increase breast milk production. The aim of this activity is to provide knowledge and improve postpartum mothers' skills in caring for breasts and then carry out an evaluation of knowledge and skills before and after counseling. The stages consist of a pre-test, followed by a presentation of educational material using lecture methods and breast care practice on teaching aids, followed by a question and answer session and discussion then ending with a participant post-test. The results showed that there was an increase in the level of knowledge and skills of postpartum mothers regarding breast care after the counseling was carried out.

Postpartum complications in the form of bleeding can be anticipated through breastfeeding as early as possible. Early breastfeeding affects the speed of uterine recovery as before. To be able to provide early breastfeeding, counseling about breastfeeding on demand is needed for pregnant women so that their knowledge increases and can be applied after giving birth. The purpose of this study was to determine the effect of counseling about breastfeeding on demand on uterine involution in post-placental IUD acceptors at Bantul 2 Health Center. This study used a quasi-experimental study with a static group comparison research design. The study population was 51 post-placental IUD acceptors at Bantul 2 Health Center. Purposive sampling is a sampling technique used with data analysis of ANOVA and ANCVA tests. The average TFU of the intervention group was higher than the control group, which was 8.39 compared to 7.92. The results of the ANOVA test obtained a p-value of 0.002 <0.05, so it was concluded that there was an effect of counseling about breastfeeding on demand on uterine involution in post-placental IUD acceptors. For post-placental IUD acceptors, breastfeed on demand to regulate the spacing of births while improving the health of mothers and babies.

The maternal and child mortality rate in Indonesia is still quite high, where one of the main causes of death is in the neonatal period. The postpartum mother is one of the people closest to the newborn and who must take care of the baby's health. This community service activity is carried out in the form of educational activities or health counseling regarding newborn health care for prenatal and postpartum mothers at Arjawinangun Hospital, Cirebon Regency, with the provision of lies and direct counseling for the effectiveness of activities. Based on the health counseling activity, it was found that there was an increase in the knowledge of prenatal and postpartum mothers about newborn health care after the activity was carried out. The follow-up plan for the implementation of this activity will be carried out in collaboration with the Health Center to carry out assistance in the practice of newborn health care for newborn mothers. Conclusion: there is an increase in prenatal and postpartum maternal knowledge about newborn care.

Stunting is a growth disorder due to malnutrition that occurs in children under five years old. Stunting in children under five is a consequence of several factors that are often associated with poverty, including nutrition, health, knowledge and social and cultural factors. The aim of this research is to look at the factors that cause stunting in toddlers. The research method uses Scoping Review to map literature and identify problems or shadows in the research area to be studied. The results of the research show that data obtained that the number of stunting cases in Jorong Lubuk Sao can be worrying, the results of the data show that there is an average for each stunting indicator (TB, BB, LK) which indicates stunting. The intervention that has been carried out from the data above is by providing outreach and counseling regarding healthy food as well as introducing the electronic application ready for marriage and pregnancy (elsimil) to the local community, this is an accompanying screening application for prospective brides (catin), prospective couples of childbearing age (CaPUS) , pregnant women, postpartum mothers, and families with babies aged 0-59 months. The conclusion of this research is that the stunting prevalence rate in Indonesia is still above 20%, meaning it has not reached the WHO target. Influencing factors are low levels of exclusive breastfeeding, low protein energy intake, poor provision of MP-ASI, low family income, completeness of immunizations.

Excessive fear, anxiety, stress or anger can cause slow labor progress. Feelings of tiredness, fear and hopelessness are the result of pre-labor or a prolonged latent phase. Women who are not supported emotionally, or have had difficulties in previous births, can feel anxious and afraid to face labor, resulting in labor without significant progress and labor that is very painful. Age that is too young and too old, too much parity and knowledge is suspected to increase anxiety in mothers. The aim of this research is to determine the factors related to postpartum maternal anxiety during childbirth at RSU Vina Estetica Medan in 2023. This type of research is analytical observational with cross-sectional. The population in this study was all postpartum mothers who gave birth at RSU Vina Estetica Medan for the January-April 2023 period, namely 116 people. The sample taken based on the Slovin formula was 54 people. Data analysis was carried out using statistical tests using chi-square, to see the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable. The results of the research show that there is a relationship between age and knowledge of postpartum mothers and anxiety during labor at RSU Vina Estetica Medan in 2023. There is no relationship between parity and anxiety of postpartum mothers during labor. It is recommended that health workers at RSU Vina Estetica Medan provide regular counseling to mothers about childbirth starting at the beginning of the pregnancy check-up, in order to reduce postpartum maternal anxiety..

Excessive fear, anxiety, stress or anger can cause slow labor progress. Feelings of tiredness, fear and hopelessness are the result of pre-labor or a prolonged latent phase. Women who are not supported emotionally, or have had difficulties in previous births, can feel anxious and afraid to face labor, resulting in labor without significant progress and labor that is very painful. Age that is too young and too old, too much parity and knowledge is suspected to increase anxiety in mothers. The aim of this research is to determine the factors related to postpartum maternal anxiety during childbirth at RSU Vina Estetica Medan in 2023. This type of research is analytical observational with cross-sectional. The population in this study was all postpartum mothers who gave birth at RSU Vina Estetica Medan for the January-April 2023 period, namely 116 people. The sample taken based on the Slovin formula was 54 people. Data analysis was carried out using statistical tests using chi-square, to see the relationship between the independent variable and the dependent variable. The results of the research show that there is a relationship between age and knowledge of postpartum mothers and anxiety during labor at RSU Vina Estetica Medan in 2023. There is no relationship between parity and anxiety of postpartum mothers during labor. It is recommended that health workers at RSU Vina Estetica Medan provide regular counseling to mothers about childbirth starting at the beginning of the pregnancy check-up, in order to reduce postpartum maternal anxiety..

One of the health services needed by pregnant women is maternal and child health counseling. The pregnant women class is a means to learn together about health for pregnant women, in the form of face-to-face in groups that aim to improve mothers' knowledge and skills regarding pregnancy, pregnancy care, childbirth, postpartum care, newborn care, myths, infectious diseases and birth certificates. The class for pregnant women coordinated by the Sungai Turak village health center is considered less than optimal, where the level of attendance and motivation of mothers in participating in classes for pregnant women is considered to be lacking. Other facilities are also needed that can support the implementation of classes for pregnant women. The resolution of obstacles or obstacles is to cooperate with village institutions (Village Government, Village Consultative Bodies, and Village Community Institutions), to include the budget for pregnant women classes in the Village Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APB). Based on the results of discussions with village officials, it was decided to include some proposals for pregnant women classes in the Village Revenue and Expenditure Budget (APB).

Preeclampsia is a hypertensive disorder in pregnancy. This situation can be pregnancy emergency if this don’t received proper treatment, which is bring a risk for the mother and her fetus. This risk can be continue in birthing period and the postpartum period. The preeclampsia’s signs likes hypertension and proteinuria is a frequently encountered. Other signs of symptoms include edema (especially on the face and around the eyes and hands), weight gain, nauseous and vomiting, stomach pain spreads to the upper limbs, headaches and visual disturbances (blurred vision), tachypnea and anxiety. In community, Edema in pregnant usually considered common and commonplace, however this is sign of preeclampsia. Health education about getting a pregnancy check-up at the health service needs. This community dedication service aims to increasing the knowledge of pregnant women about the signs, symptoms and prevention of preeclampsia and it is hoped that they can prevent this at the start of pregnancy, so the mother and baby are healthy. The counseling method have be used, the sub topic are the signs, symptoms and prevention of preeclampsia. Counseling participants were pregnant women in the Lebaksiu Kidul area, Tegal Regency.

Background: To achieve optimal use of exclusive breastfeeding, it is stated in the Government Regulation of the Republic of Indonesia number 33 of 2012 concerning exclusive breastfeeding that health workers and health service facility providers are obliged to provide information and education on exclusive breastfeeding to mothers and/or family members. of babies who are cared for from the pregnancy check up to the end of the exclusive breastfeeding period. Method: The research carried out was a Narrative Literature Review (NLR). Results: There were 10 selected scientific articles ranging from 2017 to 2023. To increase the success of exclusive breastfeeding, appropriate health promotion strategies are needed, such as creating special Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the promotion of exclusive breastfeeding, the availability of media and educational tools such as posters, leaflets, and providing training for health workers to increase the knowledge of health workers, especially midwives, as close contacts in providing counseling during pregnancy, postpartum and newborns. Conclusion: Health promotion during pregnancy can increase the success of exclusive breastfeeding.    

Postpartum infections, such as sepsis, are still the main cause of maternal death in developing countries. This study aims to determine the relationship between knowledge about personal hygiene and perineal wound healing in post-partum mothers at the Batang Jambu Pratama Clinic, Sidodadi Village in 2023. The research method used is an analytical survey with a cross-sectional approach. The population was all 32 post partum mothers with birth canal lacerations, and all of them were used as research samples. The results of the research show that there is a relationship between knowledge about personal hygiene and healing of perineal wounds in post-partum mothers, seen from the results of the chi-square test, which showed a p value of 0.003 < 0.005. It is hoped that health workers at the Batang Jambu Pratama Clinic will provide counseling to post partum mothers about personal hygiene so that mothers get information about how to carry out personal hygiene correctly so that perineal wounds can heal in <6 days.

One of the postpartum services provided to postpartum mothers includes the provision of Vitamin A 200,000 SI capsules twice. This research aims to determine the relationship between maternal knowledge and visits and vitamin A consumption among postpartum mothers in the working area of ​​the Aek Parombunan Health Center, Sibolga City in 2023. This type of research a cross sectional design. Population are postpartum mothers who visited the Aek Parombunan Health Center, Sibolga City, are 100 people. The results of this research are that there is a relationship between knowledge and vitamin A consumption among postpartum mothers in the working area of ​​Aek Parombunan Health Center, Sibolga City in 2023 with a p-value of 0.03 and there are maternal visits with vitamin A consumption among postpartum mothers in the working area of ​​Aek Parombunan City Health Center. Sibolga in 2023 with a p-value of 0.003. It is recommended for health workers, especially midwives, to further improve counseling at every postpartum mother's examination, especially regarding vitamin A so that coverage of vitamin A administration can reach the target of 100%

High risk pregnancy is a pregnancy that causes greater harm and complications to the mother and fetus during pregnancy, childbirth or postpartum when compared to normal pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum. One of the reasons for the high MMR is because pregnant women who are at risk were not detected early. Complications that can occur from risky pregnancies are antepartum bleeding, prolonged labor, prematurity, low birth weight (LBW). A risk pregnancy is an abnormal pregnancy that can affect the health of the mother and fetus. Sustainable development Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), one of the targets that can be measured is a reduction in the Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR). This activity was carried out in Ampekale Village, Bontoa District, Maros Regency using the method of providing counseling to pregnant women in turn using brochures which were distributed to each pregnant mother, after which a question and answer session was held and screening was carried out to detect pregnant women who were in the high risk group. This activity was attended by 24 pregnant women. This community service provides good benefits, namely gaining knowledge about increasing pregnant women's knowledge about high-risk pregnancies in pregnant women as well as ways to prevent and anticipate danger signs of pregnancy in high-risk pregnancies.

The puerperium is a period of recovery, starting from completion of labor until the obstetrical devices such as pre-pregnancy, the length of the puerperium is 6-8 weeks. Breastfeeding is a skill that is learned by both mother and baby, both of which require time and patience to fulfill nutrition in infants for 6 months. Knowledge is one of the influencing factors, the formation of a person's attitude. Based on experience and research, if a person has good nowledge then he will also have good behavior. Based on this thought, a study is needed that aims to find out the Knowledge Analysis of Postpartum Mothers Regarding Correct Breastfeeding Positions at the Pattallassang Health Center in 2023. The type of research used is a quantitative descriptive research method, namely researchers will only describe certain variables and are presented in a frequency distribution table. Sampling of this study using total sampling technique, namely the technique of determining the sample when all members of the population are used as samples, the sample size is 26 people with the Frequency Distribution formula. The results showed that the mother's knowledge of the correct breastfeeding position, that is, of the 26 mothers in the study, the frequency of mothers who had good knowledge of the correct breastfeeding position was 6 people (23.0%). Counseling was increased effectively and continuously regarding equipped with media counseling in the form of posters and advertisements and always continuing education and increasing knowledge so that they can be more skilled in providing health services to clients.