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The Effect of Aromatherapy on Reducing Anxiety in Pregnant Women with Emesis Gravidarum Jumriani Jumriani; Erniawati Erniawati; Sumarni Sumarni; Nurbaety Nurbaety; Putri Yayu; Fitri Adriani
International Journal of Engineering, Science and Information Technology Vol 5, No 2 (2025)
Publisher : Malikussaleh University, Aceh, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.52088/ijesty.v5i2.800

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Beginning with ovulation and continuing through conception, nidation, implantation, and embryonic growth in the uterus, pregnancy is an ongoing process. Adapting mentally and physically to the effects of pregnancy hormones and the increased mechanical pressure from the growing uterus and other tissues is essential during pregnancy. The symptoms of morning sickness and vomiting, known as emesis gravidarum, typically manifest in the first trimester of pregnancy. Symptoms usually begin around six weeks following the last day of menstruation and continue for around ten weeks. However, they can sometimes extend into the second and third trimesters of pregnancy. This study, therefore, seeks to establish whether aromatherapy helps pregnant women who suffer from nausea and vomiting all through their nine months of gestation. The novelty of the method used in this study is that it tests a group of pregnant women both before and after the application of lemon aromatherapy. Researchers found that first-trimester pregnant women who used lemon aromatherapy had less anxiety and fewer symptoms of emesis gravidarum. Most people who tried the lemon acupressure said it helped them relax, even if the results of the statistical tests did not reveal a substantial reduction in anxiety. The limbic system, which controls our reactions to stress and other emotions, is activated by lemon aromatherapy via the olfactory pathway. Lemon essential oil contains bioactive components like citral and limonene, which have anxiolytic effects and can alleviate vomiting and nausea. This study aimed to find out whether aromatherapy helped pregnant women with emesis gravidarum feel less anxious. A quasi-experimental approach was employed with pre- and post-tests administered to one group. Findings from the study The Wilcoxon Signed Rank Test yielded a p-value of less than 0.025. It can be concluded that aromatherapy with lemon did not alleviate morning sickness anxiety in first-trimester pregnant ladies.
Pengaruh Pijat Oketani terhadap Produksi ASI pada Ibu Menyusui di Kabupaten Bantaeng Husnul Khatimah; Haerani Haerani; Arfiani Arfiani; Sumarni Sumarni; Hijrawati Hijrawati
Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia Vol. 5 No. 1 (2025): Maret : Jurnal Ilmu Kedokteran dan Kesehatan Indonesia
Publisher : Lembaga Pengembangan Kinerja Dosen

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.55606/jikki.v5i1.7529

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Exclusive breastfeeding for six months is crucial for infant growth, development, and health. However, in various regions, breastfeeding mothers still experience obstacles in breast milk production, resulting in suboptimal exclusive breastfeeding. One intervention that can be implemented to increase breast milk production is Oketani massage, a breast massage technique that stimulates the hormones prolactin and oxytocin. Purpose: This study aimed to determine the effect of Oketani massage on breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers in the Kassi-Kassi Community Health Center. Methods: The study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest approach for the experimental and control groups. A sample of 28 respondents was divided into two groups (14 respondents with Oketani massage and 14 respondents without massage). Data were collected through observations of breast milk volume before and after the intervention, then analyzed using a t-test. Results: The results showed a significant difference in breast milk production before and after Oketani massage (p = 0.001). Average breast milk production increased in the group receiving Oketani massage compared to the control group. Conclusion: The study concluded that Oketani massage has a positive effect on increasing breast milk production in breastfeeding mothers. Healthcare workers are advised to teach and practice Oketani massage as a way to improve the success of exclusive breastfeeding.