Parenting Education for Stunting Prevention Using a Pocket Book at Posyandu Flamboyan, Rantau Makmur Village

Edukasi Pola Asuh Sebagai Upaya Pencegahan Stunting Menggunakan Buku Saku di Posyandu Flamboyan Desa Rantau Makmur

Abstract

Stunting is one of the major challenges in child growth that requires preventive efforts through parental involvement in appropriate parenting practices. Interviews with Posyandu Flamboyan cadres in Rantau Makmur Village indicated the presence of children with growth problems who were at risk of stunting, as well as challenges in some parents’ acceptance of information related to child growth. This community service activity aimed to provide education on stunting prevention through parenting practices using a pocket book as an educational medium during Posyandu activities. The activity was conducted on 21 July 2026 at Posyandu Flamboyan, Rantau Makmur Village, Rantau Pulung District, East Kutai Regency, targeting parents of children under five and pregnant women. The educational session lasted approximately 10 minutes and used a lecture method, followed by a question-and-answer session with prizes. Before the education session, participants completed an initial knowledge assessment consisting of 10 multiple-choice questions. A total of 13 participants completed the assessment, with scores ranging from 40 to 100 and an average score of 84.6. The results of the initial assessment were used to describe participants’ knowledge before receiving the education. The pocket book was distributed to participants as a supplementary educational medium, while the remaining copies were handed over to Posyandu cadres for use in future educational activities. The use of a pocket book in this activity served as a supporting medium for delivering information on parenting practices as part of stunting prevention efforts during Posyandu activities.