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Sekolah Tinggi Ilmu Kesehatan Pelita Ibu, Indonesia
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The Role of Maternal Stress Epigenetics in the Risk of Stunting among Children Aged 0–24 Months: A Community-Based Longitudinal Study Juli Purnama Hamudi; Via Zakiah; Harni Harni
Journal La Medihealtico Vol. 7 No. 4 (2026): Journal La Medihealtico
Publisher : Newinera Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37899/journallamedihealtico.v7i4.3376

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Stunting is a major child health problem influenced by multiple factors, including maternal conditions during pregnancy. This study aimed to analyze the relationship between maternal stress, epigenetic mechanisms, and the risk of stunting in children aged 0–24 months. A community-based prospective longitudinal cohort design was employed, involving 30 pregnant women who were followed until their children reached 24 months of age. Maternal stress was assessed using the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), while epigenetic analysis was conducted via DNA methylation of the IGF2 gene from umbilical cord blood samples. Stunting status was determined based on length-for-age (LAZ) according to WHO standards. The results indicated a tendency toward an increased risk of stunting among mothers with high stress levels (OR=9.00; p>0.05), along with increased IGF2 methylation. Although not statistically significant, the pattern of association was clinically consistent. It is concluded that maternal stress may increase the risk of stunting through epigenetic mechanisms. Integrating stress management into antenatal care is recommended as a strategy for stunting prevention.
The Effectiveness of Combined Deep-Breathing Relaxation and Endorphin Massage in Reducing Pain and Anxiety During the Active Phase of the First Stage of Labor Via Zakiah; Juli Purnama Hamudi; Harni Harni
Journal La Medihealtico Vol. 7 No. 4 (2026): Journal La Medihealtico
Publisher : Newinera Publisher

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37899/journallamedihealtico.v7i4.3380

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Pain and anxiety during the active phase of the first stage of labor may increase physiological stress responses and potentially interfere with labor progress. Complementary therapies, including deep breathing relaxation and endorphin massage, have been widely used as non-pharmacological approaches to improve maternal comfort. To analyze the effectiveness of a complementary therapy combining deep breathing relaxation and endorphin massage in managing pain and anxiety during the active phase of the first stage of labor. A quasi-experimental study with a pretest-posttest control group design was conducted from January to March 2026 in the coastal area of Kendari City, Southeast Sulawesi, Indonesia. A total of 30 participants were recruited using purposive sampling and divided into an intervention group (n=15) and a control group (n=15). Pain intensity was assessed using the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS), while anxiety levels were measured using the Hamilton Anxiety Rating Scale (HARS). The intervention group demonstrated a significant reduction in pain intensity from 7.80 to 4.20 (p=0.000) and in anxiety levels from 26.5 to 18.3 (p=0.000). The mean reduction in pain (3.60 ± 0.75) and anxiety (8.20 ± 1.90) was significantly greater than that observed in the control group (p = 0.000). The combination of deep breathing relaxation and endorphin massage is an effective complementary therapy for reducing pain intensity and anxiety during the active phase of the first stage of labor and may be integrated into routine maternity care.
Co-Authors Juli Purnama Hamudi Via Zakiah