RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE AND FAMILY SUPPORT WITH PREGNANT WOMEN'S STUNTING PREVENTION BEHAVIOR

  • Desi Novitasari desi
  • Asmia as Bina Mandiri, Indonesia
Keywords: Knowledge, Family Support, Stunting Prevention, Pregnant Women

Abstract

Stunting is a chronic malnutrition problem in toddlers due to inadequate nutritional intake. Stunting can begin during pregnancy if the mother experiences poor nutrition, improper diet, or low food quality, leading to growth disorders.

This study aims to analyze the relationship between knowledge and family support with stunting prevention behavior among pregnant women in the work area of Puskesmas Pendolo, Poso Regency, in 2024. The research design used a cross-sectional study. The sample consisted of 35 pregnant women selected through purposive sampling. Data were collected using questionnaires and analyzed using the Chi-Square test.

The results showed a significant relationship between knowledge and stunting prevention behavior (p = 0.001) and between family support and stunting prevention behavior (p = 0.000). It is recommended that Puskesmas Pendolo enhance educational programs for pregnant women, emphasizing stunting prevention through diverse methods, including prenatal classes, printed materials, and digital media.

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Published
2025-03-20
How to Cite
NovitasariD., & Asmia. (2025). RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN KNOWLEDGE AND FAMILY SUPPORT WITH PREGNANT WOMEN’S STUNTING PREVENTION BEHAVIOR. Journal of Health, Technology and Science (JHTS), 6(1), 33-39. https://doi.org/10.47918/jhts.v6i1.2060