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Original Article
Published: 2025-06-11

The Relationship Between Maternal Attitude, Family Support, and Parenting Patterns with the Frequency of Posyandu Visits Among Children Aged 12–59 Months

Program Studi Diploma Tiga Gizi, Jurusan Gizi, Poltekkes Kemenkes Kendari
Program Studi Diploma Tiga Gizi, Jurusan Gizi, Poltekkes Kemenkes Kendari
Program Studi Diploma Tiga Gizi, Jurusan Gizi, Poltekkes Kemenkes Kendari
Toddlers Mothers of toddlers Maternal attitude Family support Parenting style of mothers of toddlers

Abstract

Introduction and Method

Posyandu (Integrated Health Service Post) visits by toddlers refer to the attendance of children under five at local health posts to receive health services such as weight monitoring, immunization, and other basic healthcare. Optimal attendance is considered to be monthly visits, totaling 12 times per year over the first five years of life. A minimum of 8 visits per year is deemed insufficient and potentially risky, while more than 8 visits are regarded as acceptable. This study aims to examine the relationship between maternal attitude, family support, and parenting style with the frequency of posyandu visits among toddlers in the working area of Punggaluku Health Center, Laeya District.

This study is an analytical observational research using a cross-sectional study design, conducted from February to March 2022 in the working area of Punggaluku Health Center, Laeya District. The sample consisted of 94 mothers of toddlers, selected through random sampling. The statistical analysis used was the chi-square test.

Results

The findings revealed that the majority (40.4%) of mothers had poor attitudes, 37.2% reported low levels of family support, and only 7.4% demonstrated good parenting practices. There was a significant relationship between maternal attitude and the frequency of posyandu visits by toddlers aged 12–59 months (p-value = 0.007). Similarly, family support was significantly associated with posyandu attendance (p-value = 0.014). However, no significant relationship was found between parenting style and posyandu visits (p-value = 0.759).

Conclusion and Recommendation

Posyandu attendance among children aged 12–59 months is associated with maternal attitudes and family support. Based on these findings, it is recommended that mothers and families strengthen their support and positive attitudes to encourage regular participation in posyandu activities.

How to Cite

Gani, K., Sudarsono, I. M. R., & Hasna, H. (2025). The Relationship Between Maternal Attitude, Family Support, and Parenting Patterns with the Frequency of Posyandu Visits Among Children Aged 12–59 Months. Kisi Berkelanjutan: Sains Medis Dan Kesehatan, 2(2), e44. Retrieved from https://kisiberkelanjutan.com/index.php/smk/article/view/44