<![CDATA[Introduction: There are several problems commonly experienced by women during the postpartum period, in the form of physical, psychological, social and sexual problems due to drastic hormonal changes. The aim of the research was to explore the perceptions of postpartum mothers regarding efforts to prevent baby blues and postpartum depression through yoga and facial acupressure at the Sawan II Community Health Center, Buleleng, Bali. Method: qualitative research type, with narrative analysis. The informants or resource persons involved were 15 pregnant women in the third trimester (gestational age >36 weeks), and are willing to become informants, without any pregnancy complications until the 42nd day of postpartum. The research instrument uses in-depth interview guidelines and Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EDPS). Research from May-August 2024 in the work area of Sawan II Community Health Center. Results: It was found that 12 people (80%) of informants were aged between ≥20 years - <35 years, two people (13.33%) were <20 years old and one respondent was > 35 years old (6.67%). A total of 8 informants were multigravida (53.33%), and one person was grandemulti gravida (6.67%). Informants admitted that yoga was very useful, especially during meditation, to reduce anxiety, sadness, increase feelings of gratitude and peace. The perception of facial acupressure is that it feels very relaxed, comfortable, even calming. Conclusion: The informant's perception regarding the yoga and facial acupressure efforts that have been provided through antenatal classes is that they are very useful and can be applied at home.]]>
