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Journal of Maternal and Child Health
Published by Universitas Sebelas Maret
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Journal of Maternal and Child Health (JMCH) is an electronic, open-access, double-blind and peer-reviewed international journal, focusing on maternal and child health. The journal began its publication on July 11, 2015, and is published four times yearly. JMCH aims to improve the policy, program, service, and practice, as they impact infant, children, mother, women, adolescent, and family health.
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Evaluating Film’s Efficacy in Improving Individuals’ Attitudes and Knowledge About Maternal Health in Sierra Leone Erickson, Brooke; Mulligan, Constance; Le Vu, MJ; Kamara, Musa Santigie; Wakeel, Fathima; Kramp, Michael
Journal of Maternal and Child Health Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/thejmch.2025.01.02.03

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Background: Sierra Leone’s high maternal mortality rate is attributed to inadequate healthcare, low health literacy, and distrust in healthcare facilities. The Mothers of Sierra Leone team produces films to empower women, improve maternal health attitudes, and facilitate care-seeking behaviors. This study quantifies the efficacy of two educational films on Sierra Leonean mothers’ and fathers’ health-related knowledge and beliefs.Subjects and Method: This pre- and post-survey study was conducted in Makeni and Freetown, Sierra Leone, with 76 participants recruited through convenience sampling - 19 mothers and 19 fathers in both film groups. Participants viewed films on either family planning or maternal mental health. The independent variables included the film subject, family planning, or maternal mental health, and the dependent variables involved changes in knowledge, attitudes, and behavior from pre- to post-intervention. Measurement instruments included surveys with questions on a Likert scale. Statistical analyses were performed in RStudio, using Wilcoxon Signed-Rank, Mann-Whitney, Fisher’s exact, and Spearman’s Rho tests to assess post-intervention changes and the efficacy of the films.Results: Findings revealed a 20.8% increase in perceived understanding (p = 0.02), a 61.1% increase in willingness to seek family planning services (p = 0.03) in mothers, and a 20.9% increase in the likelihood of managing mental health (p = 0.01) in mothers. Fathers’ willingness to be involved in their partners’ healthcare increased by 53.4% (p < 0.001). The family planning film was better received than the mental health film (U = 121.5, p = 0.03). Gender differences were observed, with fathers more inclined (p < 0.001) to address their mental health compared to mothers.Conclusion: Leveraging film as an educational tool to amplify community members’ stories can enhance health literacy, improve attitudes and behaviors, and support maternal health outcomes.
Effects of Pilates Exercises and Lavender Aromatherapy on Postpartum Women's Fatigue Agustina Hidayatul Khasanah; Rufidah Maulina; Revi Gama Hatta Novika; Iffah Indri Kusmawati; Noviyati Rahardjo Putri
Journal of Maternal and Child Health Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/thejmch.2025.01.02.05

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Background: Physical and psychological changes during the postpartum period can cause stress and fatigue in mothers that can affect the care of individuals, families, and their babies. The long-term impact of postpartum fatigue is the cessation of lactation, the development of stress, and post­partum depression. Nonpharmacological efforts in the form of pilates exercises and lavender aroma­therapy are one of the efforts to reduce fatigue levels in postpartum mothers. This study aimed to determine the effect of pilates exercises and lavender aromatherapy on fatigue in postpartum mothers in the Andong Health Center work area. Subjects and Method: This study was a quasi-experimental, control group pretest-posttest design. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling, and as many as 32 postpartum mothers who experienced fatigue were involved in this study. This study was divided into 2 groups, namely the experimental group with the provision of pilates exercises and lavender aromatherapy, and the control group without treatment as a comparison. The independent variables of this study were pilates exercises and lavender aromatherapy. The dependent variable was postpartum maternal fatigue. The data analysis used is the Wilcoxon test and the Mann-Whitney test. Results: Analysis using the Mann-Whitney statistical test showed significant results with test results (p-value <0.05). From these results, it was found that there was a significant difference in the respon­dents of the experimental posttest group and the control posttest group.   Conclusion: Pilates exercise and lavender aromatherapy have an effect on the level of fatigue reduc­tion in postpartum mothers in the experimental pretest-posttest group in the Andong Health Center work area. This study is expected to remind all postpartum women to take better care of their physical and mental health, to be able to independently perform Pilates exercises according to the given proce­dures, and to independently apply the use of lavender aromatherapy.
Unlocking Maternal Potential: A Pathway Analysis of Information, Motivation, and Skills Application on Child Development in Sleman, Yogyakarta, Indonesia Firdaus, Anisah; Prasetya, Hanung; Murti, Bhisma
Journal of Maternal and Child Health Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/thejmch.2025.01.02.06

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Background: Toddlers (ages 0-5 years) are a golden period in human development. In this period, there is rapid development in various aspects, such as physical, cognitive, language, social, and emotional. Mother's behavior in providing stimulation and care can affect the development of toddlers. This study focuses on the analysis of the influence of the Information Motivation Behavior Skill Model application on maternal behavior for the development of toddlers. Subjects and Method: This study is a cross-sectional study conducted at 25 integrated health posts in Sleman Regency, Yogyakarta from April to May 2024. The sample consisted of 200 mothers of toddlers aged 24-60 months who were selected using the simple random sampling method. The dependent variable in this study was maternal behavior in nurturing the development of toddlers. The independent variables were maternal information/knowledge, maternal motivation, maternal behavior skills, and maternal income. Data collection was carried out by interviews and questionnaires. The data analysis was using path analysis. Results: The results of path analysis show that maternal behavior in nurturing the development of toddlers is positively related to good behavioral skills. (OR= 1.22; CI 95%= 0.70-0.80; p< 0.001). Maternal behavioral skills are influenced by information (OR= 1.35; CI 95%= 0.899-1.90; p<0.001) and motivation (OR= 1.36; CI 95%= 0.82-1.89; p<0.001).  The path analysis model showed good fit (p= 0.134 (>0.05); RSMEA= 0.06 (<0.08); CFI= 0.98 (>0.90); TLI= 0.97).    Conclusion: Maternal behavior in nurturing toddler development is directly influenced by maternal behavioral skills, maternal information/knowledge, maternal income. Mother's behavior in nurturing toddler development is indirectly influenced by information on maternal behavior through maternal behavior skills and maternal motivation towards maternal behavior through maternal behavior skills. Thus, the Information Motivation Behavior Skill Model can be used to improve maternal behavior in nurturing toddler development.
A Meta-Analysis of Gender, Marital Status, and Residence on Condom Use Among Adults Hariyadi, Agustin Mahardika; Putry, Mentary Febryant; Sanusi, Sita Rahayu; Murti, Bhisma; Tursina, Elsa
Journal of Maternal and Child Health Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/thejmch.2025.01.02.01

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Background: The use of condoms is the only method of contraception that can protect a person from sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). This study aims to analyze and estimate the effect of gender, marital status and residence on condom use among adults. Subject and Method: The systematic review and meta-analysis studies were conducted according to the PRISMA flowchart and PICO model. Population: Adults in general. Intervention: Gender (Female), Place of Residence (Rural) and Marital Status (Unmarried) in using condoms. Comparison: gender (male), place of residence (urban), and marital status (married). Outcome: condom use. The basic data used involves Google Scholar, PubMed, BMC, Scient Direct, and Springer Link with the keywords (“Use condom”) AND (“Gender”) AND (“Marital status”) AND (“Adult”) AND (“Cross -sectional”). Inclusion criteria were cross-sectional study articles in English published from 2014 to 2024. Data analysis was carried out using the Review Manager 5.3 application. Result: This meta-analysis included 14 cross-sectional studies from Ethiopia, Iran, Africa, and America. The sample size in this meta-analysis was 18,322. Meta-analysis showed that condom use was less in women (aOR= 0.66; 95% CI= 1.20 to 0.36; p 0.170), and more in rural areas (aOR= 0.80; 95% CI= 0.66 to 0.98; p= 0.620), with unmarried status (aOR = 0.92 CI 95%= 1.97 to 0.43; p 0.830). However, these three results were not statistically significant. Conclusion: Condom use is less among women and more in rural areas with unmarried status.
The Relationship Between Maternal Nutritional Status and the Incidence of Stunting: A Meta-Analysis Putri, Tyas Aisyah; Salsabilla, Dinda Anindita; Muthi’ah, Tis’a Salma; Vergawita, Tania; Komisah, Komisah
Journal of Maternal and Child Health Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/thejmch.2025.01.02.02

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Background: Stunting remains a major global health concern, contributing to child mortality and long-term developmental consequences. Maternal nutritional status during pregnancy plays a crucial role in determining child growth outcomes. Understanding this relationship is essential for developing effective nutritional interventions to prevent stunting. Subjects and Method: This study is a systematic review and meta-analysis examining the association between maternal nutritional status and stunting in children under five. Relevant studies published between January 2019 and July 2024 were retrieved from PubMed, Science Direct, Google Scholar, and BMJ. Data from nine studies across Asia and Africa were analyzed using Review Manager (RevMan) 5.3. Results: The analysis revealed that underweight mothers had a 1.22 times higher risk of having stunted children, while overweight mothers had a 1.02 times higher risk. Both findings were statistically significant (p<0.001). These results highlight the critical influence of maternal nutritional status on child growth and the increased risk of stunting in both underweight and overweight mothers. Conclusion: Maternal nutrition during pregnancy plays a vital role in preventing stunting among children under five. Targeted nutritional interventions for underweight and overweight mothers are essential to improve maternal and child health outcomes. Strengthening maternal nutrition programs can significantly contribute to reducing global stunting rates.
Social Capital and Antenatal Care: A Multilevel Analysis of Uptake Among Pregnant Women in Kuningan, West Java Rosid, Sultonnur; Pamungkasari, Eti Poncorini; Murti, Bhisma
Journal of Maternal and Child Health Vol. 10 No. 2 (2025)
Publisher : Masters Program in Public Health, Universitas Sebelas Maret, Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.26911/thejmch.2025.01.02.04

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Background: Antenatal care (ANC) services are activities and or a series of activities that are carried out from the occurrence of the conception period until before the start of the comprehensive and quality delivery process provided to all pregnant women. This study aims to analyze the relation­ship between education, family income, social capital of pregnant women, and posyandu strata with the use of ANC in posyandu. Subjects and Method: The study is an observational study using a cross-sectional design. This study was conducted in Kuningan Regency, West Java with a population of all pregnant women, from May to June 2024. A sample of 201 pregnant women >6 months was randomly selected. The dependent variable is the use of ANC in posyandu. The independent variables in this study were maternal education, family income, social capital and posyandu strata. Data collection was carried out by interviews with respondents and assisted by questionnaires and analyzed by square test and multilevel multiple logistic regression model.        Results: ANC visit among pregnant women in posyandu increased with high maternal education (OR= 2.78; 95% CI= 1.25 to 6.18; p= 0.012), high family income (OR= 2.19; 95% CI= 1.05 to 4.57; p= 0.036) and strong social capital (OR = 4.43; 95% CI = 2.22 to 8.86; p <0.001). Multi­level analysis showed a strong contextual influence of posyandu (ICC 18.6%; p = 0.008). Conclusion: The use of ANC for pregnant women in posyandu increased with high maternal edu­ca­tion, high family income and strong social capital. Multilevel analysis shows strong contextual influ­ence of posyandu.

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