<![CDATA[Stunting is a chronic nutritional problem in under-five children that has long-term impacts on growth and development. Factors contributing to stunting include socioeconomic conditions, household food security, and limited maternal knowledge regarding nutritional status monitoring and appropriate child feeding practices. In Kedak Village, Semen District, cases of stunting are still reported, highlighting the need to empower mothers of young children through effective health education as a preventive measure. This community service activity was conducted through health education sessions and food portioning demonstrations tailored to the age of under-five children. The participants consisted of 25 mothers of under-five children in Kedak Village, with the involvement of village midwives and community health cadres. Evaluation was carried out using pre-test and post-test methods to assess changes in maternal knowledge. Educational media included leaflets, flip charts, balanced nutritious food materials, and PowerPoint presentations. The pre-test results indicated that most mothers had a moderate (72%) and low (20%) level of knowledge. Following the health education and food portioning demonstrations, the post-test results showed a significant improvement in knowledge, with 76% of mothers achieving a good level of knowledge and no participants remaining in the low category. During the activities, mothers demonstrated high enthusiasm and active engagement through discussions and question-and-answer sessions. This combined approach of health education and food portioning demonstrations has the potential to serve as an effective and sustainable strategy for stunting prevention at the community level.]]>
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