Preventing Pregnancy Complications Through Counseling on Danger Signs of Pregnancy

Abstract

Purpose: Danger signs of pregnancy must be recognized and detected early so that they can be handled properly because any danger signs of pregnancy can lead to pregnancy complications. Based on research, it is currently recognized that every pregnancy can have potential and carry risks for the mother.  Methods: Methods This activity is divided into two stages through communication media featuring Power Point presentations on danger signs in pregnancy and using leaflets to distribute leaflets about danger signs in pregnancy. The targets in this service activity are pregnant women in the first, second and third trimesters at RS tyResults: of the pre test respondents who had good knowledge were 4 people (40%) and respondents who had sufficient knowledge were 6 people (60%) about the danger signs of pregnancy. Counseling activities for pregnant women are expected to be a motivation and behavior change for pregnant women. Husbands and families are expected to play an active role and recognize and bring pregnant women to health workers as soon as possible, cadres are expected to play an active role in finding high-risk Conclusion: pregnant women and it is hoped that the participation of local community leaders will support activities to provide immediate assistance in the event of an emergency, especially for pregnant women.