Education on Vitamin D Consumption for Pregnant Women at 1000 HPK (First Day of Life) to Prevent Stunting in Mertan Village, Sukoharjo Regency
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https://doi.org/10.32585/ijecs.v6i2.7291Abstract
Stunting in Sukoharjo Regency ranks 9th in Central Java Province. The percentage of undernourished toddlers in Bendosari District ranks 4th in Sukoharjo Regency. The number of stunted toddlers as of January 16 is 20 cases, with 1 pregnant woman experiencing chronic energy deficiency (KEK). The prevalence of vitamin D deficiency in Indonesia reaches 50% of the total population, including various groups such as pregnant women. The aim of the Community Service Program (PkM) is to optimize child development andgrowth by preventing stunting early through the fulfillment of vitamin D for pregnant women. Method: The target of this activity is pregnant women in April 2025, totaling 16 participants at the Mertan Village Polindes. This activity uses interactive lecture methods and a comprehensive stunting prevention package for mothers. The instrument used is a questionnaire. The activity evaluation is based on pretest and posttest scores. The result of the community service generally shows an increase in knowledge by38%. The community service activity reached an attendance target of 75% of the total participants. It is expected that this activity can be carried out sustainably.
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