Interactive Education on Clean and Healthy Lifestyles for Mothers of Toddlers Using the Ngemper Discussion Method

Louisa Ariantje Langi; Pitri Rosaria Sagala; Alifa Hasna R. Fachly; Kezia Kerenhapukh J. Ririhena; Cyndi Christine Gultom; Stephan Gilchrist; Eklesia Stefani Angelina; Christine Handayani Tampubolon

doi:10.55927/ajcs.v5i3.9

Authors

Louisa Ariantje Langi Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Pitri Rosaria Sagala Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Alifa Hasna R. Fachly Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Kezia Kerenhapukh J. Ririhena Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Cyndi Christine Gultom Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Stephan Gilchrist Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Eklesia Stefani Angelina Medical Student, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia
Christine Handayani Tampubolon Department of Pediactric, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Kristen Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.55927/ajcs.v5i3.9

Keywords:

Clean and Healthy Lifestyle, Mothers of Toddlers, Health Education, Ngemper Discussion

Abstract

This community service activity aims to increase the knowledge and understanding of mothers of toddlers regarding PHBS through the Ngemper Discussion method, a casual, participatory, interactive discussion. The activity was carried out at the Hanjuang Integrated Health Post (Posyandu), Tanah Baru Village, North Bogor District, with 20 mothers of toddlers participating. The methods used included interactive counseling, group discussions, and pre- and post-test evaluations. The results of the activity showed an increase in participants' knowledge regarding PHBS, especially in aspects of personal hygiene, environmental sanitation, and infectious disease prevention. The Ngemper Discussion approach has proven effective in increasing participants' active participation and facilitating understanding of the material. This activity is expected to become a model for community-based health education that is applicable and sustainable.

References

Apriani, L. (2018). Hubungan Karakteristik Ibu, Pelaksanaan Keluarga Sadar Gizi (KADARZI) Dan Perilaku Hidup Bersih Sehat (PHBS) Dengan Kejadian Stunting. Jurnal Kesehatan Masyarakat, 6(4), 1–8.

Beal, T., Tumilowicz, A., Sutrisna, A., Izwardy, D., & Neufeld, L. M. (2018). A review of child stunting determinants in INDONESIA. Maternal & Child Nutrition, 14(4), e12617. https://doi.org/10.1111/mcn.12617.

Ch Rosha, B., Susilowati, A., Amaliah, N., & Permanasari, Y. (2020). Penyebab Langsung dan Tidak Langsung Stunting di Lima Kelurahan di Kecamatan Bogor Tengah, Kota Bogor (Study Kualitatif Kohor Tumbuh Kembang Anak Tahun 2019) DIRECT AND INDIRECT CAUSES OF STUNTING AT FIVE SUB-DISTRICTIN CENTRAL BOGOR DISTRICT, BOGOR CITY . Buletin Penelitian Kesehatan, 48(3), 169–182.

Darder, A. (2014). Freire and education. Routledge.

Knowles, M. S., Holton III, E. F., & Swanson, R. A. (2014). The adult learner: The definitive classic in adult education and human resource development. Routledge.

Notoatmodjo, S. (2012). Promosi kesehatan dan perilaku kesehatan. Jakarta: Rineka Cipta, 193.

Organization, W. H. (2021). Levels and trends in child malnutrition: UNICEF.

Pedoman PHBS. (2026). file://ayosehat.kemkes.go.id/pedoman-phbs.

Perdana, E., & Zahid, A. (2025). Perubahan Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat (PHBS) melalui Sosialisasi Kebersihan Lingkungan di Desa Mujur. Journal of Community Development and Empowerment, 1(5), 120–124.

Rahmawati, P., & Rahadewi, A. (2024). Penyuluhan Perilaku Hidup Bersih dan Sehat Pada Ibu Hamil di Desa Sukahaji, Kabupaten Ciamis. Jurnal Pengabdian Dan Pemberdayaan Masyarakat Inovatif, 3(2), 60–65.

Sari, S. F., Prayogo, M. S., ADR, A. Z., Akmalina, N. I., Hariyanti, M., Mubarroq, A. S., Annisa, T. N., Latifah, I., & Hasanah, W. (2025). Strategi pencegahan stunting melalui pelatihan pengolahan PMT berbasis bahan lokal dengan metode Participatory Action Research. Menulis: Jurnal Penelitian Nusantara, 1(8), 476–484.

Simarmata, V. P. A., Reviani, N., Suryanegara, W., Langi, L. A., Prihantini, N. N., & Novelyn, S. (2023). Counseling on Clean and Healthy Lifestyles (PHBS) in Rancakalong District, Sumedang, West Java. Asian Journal of Community Services (AJCS), 2(11), 917–926. http://repository.uki.ac.id/id/eprint/13033.

Sitompul, Y. R. M. B., Beding, B. M., Angelina, L., Wijaya, C., Rombe, C. V. I., & Patriawati, K. A. (2025). Training on Procedures for Selecting and Processing Healthy Food as One of the Implementations of the Healthy Kitchen Program to Address Stunting. Asian Journal of Community Services, 4(11), 897–904. https://doi.org/10.55927/ajcs.v4i11.423.

Syaputri, D., Manalu, S. M. H., Apsari, D. A., & Suprawihadi, R. (2023). The Influence of Clean and Healthy Living Behavior Education on Changes in Student Behavior. Contagion: Scientific Periodical Journal of Public Health and Coastal Health, 5(4), 1194–1205.

Water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH). (2026). https://www.who.int/health-topics/water-sanitation-and-hygiene-wash#tab=tab_1.