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This study explores the use of contraception from a Christian perspective, focusing on the Christian Church's views on issues of sexuality and reproduction. Globalization has brought about significant cultural changes, including in how society views sexual relations, family planning, and reproductive responsibility. These changes have influenced the Christian community, giving rise to diverse theological and ethical responses regarding the use of contraception. Within the Christian Church itself, there are fundamental differences of opinion. Most schools reject the use of contraception, citing specific interpretations of biblical passages that emphasize openness to life and God's will. Meanwhile, other schools view contraception as a more complex issue, requiring contextual consideration, taking into account aspects of health, family well-being, and the moral responsibility of married couples. These differing views demonstrate the theological and social dynamics that influence the Church's stance on contraception. Therefore, this study aims to provide a deeper understanding of the decision-making process regarding contraception use within the Christian community.

Background : The Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) worldwide reaches 183,000 per 100,000 live births (WHO, 2024). In Indonesia, there were 4,305 reported cases (Ministry of Health RI, 2024), while Central Java Province recorded 315 cases (Central Java Health Office, 2024). In Brebes Regency, there were 54 maternal deaths in 2024 (Brebes Health Office, 2024), and in the Bumiayu Public Health Center area, 2 maternal deaths were recorded (Bumiayu PHC Data, 2024). Objective : To analyze, implement, and provide comprehensive midwifery care for Mrs. A, 25 years old, with anemia in the Bumiayu Public Health Center area in 2025, using the Varney midwifery management approach and the SOAP method. Research Methods : This study used a qualitative descriptive design in the form of a case study. Results : Midwifery care during pregnancy for Mrs.A with anemia was carried out bassed on the mother’s needs. During labor, newborn care, postpartum period, and family planning services, no complications were found. Conclusion: The comprehensive midwifery care provided to Mrs. A with anemia was carried out in accordance with the Standard Operating Procedures (SOP), with both the mother and baby in good condition.

This research is motivated by the increasing number of cases of child sexual abuse that cause serious psychological impacts in the form of trauma and emotional development disorders. The purpose of this study is to describe and analyze the process of religious guidance through Islamic religious education counseling for child victims of sexual abuse, which includes four main aspects, namely: (1) planning religious guidance, (2) implementing religious guidance activities, (3) strengthening religious guidance, and (4) supervision in the guidance process. This study uses a qualitative method with data collection techniques through interviews, observations, and documentation. The validity of the data is tested using triangulation and member check techniques. The results of the study indicate that religious guidance planning is carried out by compiling programs, scheduling activities, and evaluating the results of guidance. The implementation of activities is carried out through religious counseling, psychological approaches, and integration of spiritual values to help children understand and internalize religious teachings independently. Strengthening guidance is carried out through spiritual counseling services, psychological assistance, and legal assistance for victims. Meanwhile, supervision of guidance is carried out through optimizing the role of the community in community-based child protection groups as an integrated system to create a safe and child-friendly environment.

Family planning represents a community-based effort to promote awareness and participation through delaying the age of marriage, regulating births, strengthening family resilience, and improving family welfare to achieve small, joyful, and prosperous families (Suriana et al., 2021). The government targets Couples of Reproductive Age (CRA) to reduce population growth in Indonesia, as CRA consists of legally married couples who actively engage in sexual relations that may result in pregnancy. In addition to CRA, postpartum mothers also serve as a key target group in family planning programs. The “Four Too” components contribute to high-risk pregnancies that may lead to complications during pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period, and maternal and infant mortality. These include being too young (under 20 years), too old (over 35 years), too many children (more than four), and too close birth spacing (less than two years) (Oktarina, 2022). This study employed a quantitative research design, specifically an analytical quantitative approach with a correlational design using the cross-sectional method. The sample consisted of 40 participants. The results show that 45% of respondents had a satisfactory level of knowledge about IUD contraception, 32.5% had a moderate level, and 22.5% had a low level of knowledge. In nursing practice, increasing knowledge about contraception—particularly IUD family planning—can enhance interest in its use. Moreover, the study recommends that husbands provide support for mothers in using IUD contraception.

The Web-Based Information System for Family Planning (FP) Participant Registration at the Wee Karou Community Health Center in West Sumba Regency aims to simplify the registration process for FP participants, improve efficiency, and provide easier access for the community to FP services. Previously, the registration process was conducted manually, which often led to delays, data processing errors, and time inefficiency. Therefore, an information system is needed to digitalize the registration and data management processes of FP participants. This system is developed using web-based technology that enables the Wee Karou Health Center to conduct online FP participant registration, monitor program progress, and generate reports more quickly and accurately. The main features of the system include online FP participant registration, participant data management, service schedule monitoring, and the generation of statistical reports related to FP services. The implementation of this system is expected to reduce data entry errors, accelerate the registration process, and enhance transparency and data accuracy. In addition, it provides convenience for the community to register without having to visit the health center directly. Thus, the Family Planning services at Wee Karou Community Health Center are expected to become more optimal, effective, and efficient in supporting government programs for population control and better family planning.

This study aims to determine: (1) the influence of motivation on employee performance, (2) the influence of work discipline on employee performance, (3) the influence of motivation and work discipline on employee performance at the National Population and Family Planning Agency (BKKBN) Family Planning and Family Welfare Research and Development Center (PUSNA) Work Unit. This study was conducted at the National Population and Family Planning Agency (BKKBN) Family Planning and Family Welfare Research and Development Center (Pusna) in the field of population control and family planning with motivation and work discipline as independent variables and employee performance as the dependent variable. This study used a sample of 44 people determined by the Slovin sample. Data collection techniques through observation and questionnaires. Instrument testing uses validity and reliability tests, while data analysis techniques used are classical assumption tests and multiple linear regression using SPSS 25. The results of the study indicate that motivation and work discipline variables simultaneously have a positive and significant effect on employee performance. While partial testing shows that motivation and work discipline have a significant effect on employee performance. Furthermore, motivation is the dominant factor that influences employee performance.

Perceived Barrier Analysis Affecting the Interest of Women of Reproductive Age  in Participating in the Family Planning Program in The Working Area of The Jati 1 Health Center. The number of women participated in the family planning program in the Jati 1 Health Center work area was 12% while the target was 80%. One component of the HBM that discusses obstacles to family planning is perceived barriers. The purpose of this study was to analyze perceived barriers that influence the interest of women in participating in the family planning program in the Jati 1 Health Center work area. This research method uses a qualitative analytical description.The study was conducted in the Jati 1 Health Center work area in 2022. The number of main informants in this study was 4 respondents and 4 triangulation informants. The sampling method was snowball sampling. The results showed that women's interest in participating in the family planning program related to perceived barriers was fear of the side effects of family planning and myths believed by the surrounding community made women not interested in participating in the family planning program.This study concludes that there is an influence between knowledge about family planning, number of children, and husband's support on the interest of women in participating in the family planning program in the work area of Jati 1 Health Center.

Background: The government has implemented a program to increase the use of Long-Term Contraceptive Methods (LTCM) with a national target of 28% in 2024; however, the current achievement is only 23.5%. Batam City is one of the government’s priority areas to increase contraceptive use, but several factors, such as satisfaction levels and health service quality, are still considered low. Objective: This study aims to analyze the relationship between health services and types of contraceptive methods with the satisfaction level of family planning acceptors in Rempang Cate Sub-district, Batam City. Methods: This quantitative research used an analytical observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The population consisted of fertile couples (PUS) in Rempang Cate Village. A total of 34 respondents were selected using purposive sampling techniques. Data were collected through observation sheets and questionnaires and analyzed using the Chi-square test. Results: The findings show that among 17 acceptors with poor health services, only 1 (5.9%) was satisfied, while among those with good health services, 16 were satisfied, and 1 (5.9%) was dissatisfied. Statistical analysis using SPSS showed a p-value = 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating a significant relationship between health services and family planning acceptor satisfaction. Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between health service quality and the satisfaction of family planning acceptors, but no significant relationship was found between the type of contraceptive method and satisfaction.

Maternal Mortality Rate (MMR) and Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) can be a measure of a country's welfare in determining the optimal degree of health. The maternal mortality rate in the world is 303 thousand people (WHO 2023). MMR in Indonesia was 4,129 people in 2023. Meanwhile, the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) in the world is 29,945 people (WHO, 2023). In Indonesia, there were 16.85 infant mortality rates in 2023. SEZ is a nutritional deficiency in pregnant women that lasts for several months or years. SEZ conditions can indirectly cause MMR and IMR. SEZ in pregnant women can cause complications such as IUGR, Abortion, LBW, Circulation, Anemia, Bleeding, and Childbirth complications. Research Objective: Providing Comprehensive Midwifery Care in accordance with midwifery care standards starting from pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, newborn, and family planning in Mrs. A 22 years old with Chronic Energy Deficiency (SEZ) and Chepalo Pelvic Disproportion (CPD) with a midwifery management approach according to Varney and SOAP. Research Methods: Descriptive Qualitative with Case Study approach Results: Comprehensive Midwifery Care on Mrs. A aged 22 years with SEZ can be overcome by an increase in LILA, there is a CPD so that SC delivery is performed and appropriate case management is carried out so that labor, newborn, postpartum period, and family planning goes well. Conclusion: The results of the comprehensive care given to Mrs. A 22 years old with Chronic Energy Deficiency (SEZ) can be resolved marked by an increase in LILA, SC delivery on indications of CPD, normal LBW, normal postpartum, and mini pill birth control.

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), in 2023, around 305,000 per 100,000 live births of women will die due to prevalence due to CED related to pregnancy throughout the world, MMR in ASEAN in 2023 will be 100 per 100,000 live births with prevalence due to CED 40%, MMR in Indonesia in 2023 will be 4,129 with a prevalence due to KEK of 17.3%, MMR in Central Java will be 183 per live birth with a prevalence due to KEK of 6.7%. The MMR in Brebes is 1,083 with a prevalence due to CED of 5%, in Paguyangan women with a prevalence of CED from 2023-2024 is 119 cases. To find out about cases of pregnancy, childbirth, childbirth, postpartum and birth control Mrs. A with CED and history of TB. Qualitative descriptive research method with a case study approach. Comprehensive Care for Mrs. A was found to have problems with pregnancy with CED and a history of TB. Childbirth was carried out by induction based on KPD indications, there were no problems or abnormalities in the postpartum period, the postpartum period was still CED and had mild anemia, there were no complications during the postpartum period. Mrs. A chose the KB implant and there were no complaints after installation. It can be concluded that comprehensive midwifery care for Mrs. At 26 years of pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum there is a gap between theory and practice.

High-risk pregnancy is a pregnancy with a number of risk factors that can cause more serious risks or complications and disrupt the pregnancy process until the postpartum period which endangers the life of the mother and fetus, and occurs due to several factors including pregnancies that are too close together, pregnancies with a mother's age that is too young or old, or pregnancies with too frequent births. Too close pregnancy spacing is a pregnancy gap of <24 months (2 years) between the current pregnancy and the previous pregnancy. Based on the midwifery management method described by VARNEY and SOAP, this study aims to offer complete midwifery care services to Mrs. T, from pregnancy to the use of contraceptives, through a qualitative descriptive method with a case study approach. Research findings from the comprehensive midwifery care assessment that has been provided to Mrs. T aged 31 years, in pregnancy found problems spacing of less than 2 years. Mrs. T gave birth spontaneously at Siti Asiyah Bumiayu Hospital with severe preeclampsia. At By. Mrs. T visits I, II, III no problems were found. Mrs. T's postpartum. From 6 hours postpartum to 42 days postpartum, problems were found at the second visit, including hypertension and lower extremity oedema. Proper care from midwives during pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, postpartum care, and family planning is crucial for the health of both mother and baby.

Injection contraception is one of the most widely used family planning methods in Indonesia. However, its use is often associated with side effects in the form of weight gain. The commonly used types of injection contraception are the 1-month and 3-month injections, each containing different hormonal contents, which are suspected to have different effects on the weight of the acceptors. The aim of this study is to determine the effect of 1-month and 3-month injection contraception on weight gain in family planning acceptors at PMB Wahyuning Purwati Sleman Regency. This research employs a quantitative method with a cross-sectional approach. A sample of 37 injectable contraceptive acceptors was selected using accidental sampling technique. The instrument used was a questionnaire. Data analysis was performed using paired sample t-test and independent t-test to determine body weight changes before and after using injectable contraceptives. The results showed an increase in body weight among users of the 1-month injectable contraceptive with an average of 3.158 kg (p<0.000) and among users of the 3-month injectable contraceptive with an average of 3.653 kg (p<0.006). Both types of injectable contraception showed a significant effect on weight gain. The weight gain was greater in users of the 3-month injection compared to the 1-month injection. There is a need for more intensive education and counseling for contraceptive acceptors regarding the side effects of injectable contraception and the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle.

Maternal mortality remains a challenge in Indonesia, and one contributing factor is chronic malnutrition (CED), which impacts pregnancy, childbirth, the postpartum period, and the newborn. The 2022 registration report shows that of the 3,249,203 pregnant women whose MUAC was measured, 283,833 had a MUAC of less than 23.5 cm (at risk of CED), meaning 8.7% of these pregnant women were at risk of CED. In the Brebes area, the 2022 report recorded 3,475 pregnant women with CED. At the Bantarkawung Community Health Center in 2023, there were 36 cases of preeclampsia, 22 cases of transverse lie, 107 cases of CED, and anemia. Objective: Provide comprehensive midwifery care in accordance with standards of care for pregnant women, women giving birth, newborns, postpartum women, and family planning. Research method: Qualitative descriptive method, the type of research approach used in this study is a comprehensive case study approach. Results: Comprehensive care was provided to Mrs. R who suffered from chronic energy deficiency, and was successfully overcome. Delivery was carried out by caesarean section, the baby was born normally, and the postpartum period went smoothly, and the mother chose a contraceptive method, namely a three-monthly birth control injection. Conclusion: Comprehensive obstetric care has been proven effective in overcoming chronic energy deficiency, ensuring a safe delivery, a normal baby born, a normal postpartum period, and compliance with contraceptive methods.

Anomalous positioning is an abnormal position of the fetal vertex (with the small fontanelle as a marker) relative to the maternal pelvis. Oblique malposition is a cause of maternal mortality rate (MMR) of 3-10%. Obesity in pregnancy is a condition characterized by an imbalance between body weight and height. According to WHO data, the prevalence of obesity in 2021 was 340 million, with data in Central Java province reaching 6.62%. In Brebes Regency, the figure was 20.51% (2019). In the Bumiayu Community Health Center, data on obesity in pregnant women reached 63 in 2022. This study aims to provide comprehensive midwifery care for pregnant women, childbirth, postpartum, newborns, and family planning for Mrs. N, 23, with malposition and obesity. This study used a qualitative descriptive method with a comprehensive case study approach. Based on the comprehensive midwifery care provided to Mrs. N, 23, with malposition and obesity, the pregnancy outcome was found to be grade I. Her gestational age was not commensurate with her gestational age. Delivery was performed by vaginal delivery. No problems were found during newborn care up to 28 days. No problems were found during the postpartum period. Mrs. N chose intrauterine contraception (IUD) during pregnancy, but her husband did not allow it due to religious reasons. Appropriate midwifery care during pregnancy, childbirth, newborn care, postpartum care, and family planning is crucial for the health of both mother and baby. This allows early detection of risk factors, preventing potential complications, and reducing maternal and infant mortality.

Employee work motivation is a crucial element in determining the quality of public services, especially in the health sector. This study aims to analyze factors related to employee work motivation at the Health, Population Control, and Family Planning Office of Marowali Regency. This study uses a quantitative approach with a cross-sectional design. The sample consisted of 39 respondents selected through the purposive sampling method. The research instrument is in the form of a structured questionnaire, and data analysis is carried out bivariously using the chi-square test and Fisher's Exact Test if the test assumptions are not met. The results showed that the work environment did not have a significant relationship with work motivation (p = 0.129). In contrast, the benefits variable showed a significant relationship (p = 0.009), and workload also had a significant effect on work motivation (p = 0.004). These findings indicate that employees' work motivation is significantly influenced by benefits and workload factors, while the work environment does not have a significant impact. The practical implication of this study is the need for managerial attention to a fair incentive system and a proportionate distribution of workload to increase employee work motivation. Increasing work motivation is expected to encourage the efficiency and effectiveness of public services in the health sector. This research contributes to the development of evidence-based human resource policies in the regional health service sector.

This research is motivated by the problem of the effectiveness of the BKKBN Banten Province family planning program in realizing quality families in Serang City based on Law Number 52 of 2009 concerning Population Development and Family Development. The identification of the research problem is how effective is the BKKBN Banten Province KB program in efforts to realize quality families in Serang City? and what are the factors that influence the effectiveness of the BKKBN Banten Province KB program and solutions in facing obstacles to realizing quality families in Serang City. The theory used is the theory of legal effectiveness and the theory of the welfare state. The method used is empirical juridical, the research specifications used are descriptive qualitative. Using research data sources in the form of primary data and secondary data. Meanwhile, the data collection technique used in this study uses literature studies and field research. The data analysis used is a qualitative descriptive approach. The results of this study indicate that the family planning program from the BKKBN of Banten Province has been quite effective in realizing quality families in Serang City. The conclusion of this study is that the effectiveness of the KB program in realizing quality families in Serang City is quite effective, this is based on a review of the effectiveness of law from Soerjono Soekanto on five aspects of legal effectiveness, namely legal factors, law enforcement, facilities and infrastructure, society, and culture. However, it still faces obstacles in cultural factors and its society. In addition, the iBangga value in Serang City is 53.41, which indicates that Serang City is in the fairly good (developing) category. This study shows the role of the government in improving the welfare and quality of life of the community. In this case, in an effort to fulfill social services through the BKKBN Banten Province family planning program which aims to realize quality families in Serang City. The obstacles faced require improvements in the legal culture factor that needs to be improved with education and socialization in order to build awareness of the Serang City community about the importance of following the family planning program in realizing quality families in Serang City.

This study aims to find out the role of the El-Diina Sukabumi Play Group (KB) in improving the quality of early childhood education. The background of this research is based on the importance of early childhood education institutions as the main foundation in shaping children's character and basic abilities, especially in the midst of increasing demands on the quality of national education. Quality early childhood education is one of the important factors in supporting children's optimal growth and development from an early age, both from cognitive and emotional aspects. This study uses a descriptive qualitative approach with observation techniques, in-depth interviews, and documentation as the main methods in data collection. The research subjects included school principals, teachers, and parents of students at KB El-Diina Sukabumi who were selected purposively in accordance with the research objectives. The results of the study show that KB El-Diina has implemented various strategies in improving the quality of educational services, including the implementation of a character-based curriculum, regular teacher training, active involvement of parents in the learning process, and the creation of a safe, comfortable, and fun learning environment for children. In addition, the use of learning methods that are in accordance with the child's developmental stage is also one of the success factors of the institution in improving the quality of education. The findings show that these efforts have a positive impact on children's cognitive, social, emotional, and motor development. Children look more confident, independent, and active in daily learning activities in the classroom and outdoors. The implications of this study emphasize the importance of professional, sustainable, and adaptive management of family planning institutions to the needs of children's development. This is the foundation for creating quality, relevant, and holistic child development early childhood education services.

The new paradigm in the National Family Planning program has changed its vision, which was originally aimed at realizing the norm of a Small Happy Prosperous Family (NKKBS), to a vision of achieving Quality Families. One of the efforts in the family planning program is the regulation of pregnancy spacing through the use of contraceptive devices, which are tools used to prevent pregnancy. This study aims to determine the relationship between the knowledge, attitudes, and culture of family planning acceptors and the selection of Intrauterine Contraceptive Devices (IUCD) in Bebesen Village, Bebesen District, Central Aceh Regency in 2025. This research is descriptive-analytic with a cross-sectional approach and uses purposive sampling method with 59 respondents. The study was conducted from January 12 to February 25, 2025. Statistical analysis using the chi-square test shows a P-value of 0.016, indicating a relationship between knowledge and the selection of IUCD. Further analysis using the chi-square test shows a P-value of 0.013, indicating a relationship between the attitudes of family planning acceptors and the selection of IUCD, and the statistical analysis with the chi-square test shows a P-value of 0.030, indicating a relationship between the culture of family planning acceptors and not selecting IUCD.

This study aims to analyze the availability of data centers and regional promotion needs in supporting e-government implementation through the Family Information System Application (SIGA) at BKKBN Gorontalo Province. It also assesses how SIGA and its integrated dialog features contribute to public services. The findings indicate that data input in SIGA has reached 100%, covering family planning services, field supervision, and families at risk of stunting, both in monthly and annual reports. However, this completeness does not fully reflect field realities, particularly regarding youth groups outside formal education who remain underdocumented. Despite this, SIGA data has become a reference for regional health information policy development. Overall, SIGA has improved public service efficiency through fast, accurate, and timely data delivery. Yet, the system remains limited in providing interactive, two-way communication between government and citizens. This study recommends enhancing SIGA’s dialog function and engaging underrepresented community groups to support inclusive and responsive public services.

Continuity of care in midwifery is a series of continuous and comprehensive service activities ranging from pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, newborn services and family planning services that connect women's health needs, especially and the personal circumstances of each individual. Comprehensive care is an examination that is carried out in complete with simple laboratory examinations and counseling. Comprehensive midwifery care includes places for continuous examination activities, including pregnancy midwifery care, childbirth midwifery care, postpartum midwifery care and newborn midwifery care and birth control acceptors. Pregnancy care prioritizes continuity of care is very important for women to get services from the same professional or from a small team of professionals, because that way the development of their condition will be monitored at all times and they will also become trusting and open because they feel that they already know the caregiver. The type of research used is descriptive, with a case study (Case Study), the sample used is Mrs. AS. After taking care of her, she has provided comprehensive obstetric care starting from pregnant women, childbirth, postpartum, babies and the results are normal pregnancy, normal childbirth, normal babies, and up to family planning. There is no gap between theory and case in the Comprehensive Midwifery Care for Mrs. AS and By.Mrs. AS in Kandangan Village.