Edukasi Galaktogogue dan Pendampingan Kader Posyandu tentang Teknik Menyusui melalui Video dan Peragaan

Abstract

Stunting remains a major nutritional problem in Indonesia, including in North Bengkulu Regency, and can be prevented through exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life. Kahyapu Village, Enggano District, as an outer island area with limited access to health services, requires promotive and preventive interventions to support optimal breastfeeding practices. This community service program aimed to improve mothers’ and health cadres’ knowledge and skills regarding local food ingredients that may support breast milk production (galactagogues) and appropriate breastfeeding techniques. The program involved 16 participants consisting of 4 health cadres, 2 pregnant women, and 10 breastfeeding mothers. The implementation methods included needs assessment, nutrition education, demonstration of breastfeeding techniques, and cadre mentoring using a participatory approach. Evaluation was conducted through pre-test and post-test questionnaires as well as direct observation of breastfeeding practices. Results showed an increase in average knowledge from 75% to 93.8% after the intervention. Breastfeeding skills, especially positioning and latching, improved significantly. Health cadres also reported increased capacity to provide assistance for breastfeeding mothers, thereby strengthening program sustainability. In conclusion, this program effectively enhanced mothers’ and cadres’ capacity in optimizing breast milk production and correct breastfeeding practices, which has the potential to accelerate stunting reduction efforts in island communities.