Gambaran Tingkat Kecemasan Ibu Hamil Primigravida dalam Menghadapi Persalinan

Abstract

Background. Anxiety is a normal condition that occurs in various circumstances, such as growth, changes and new experiences. Anxiety and feelings of fear that have no clear cause and are not supported by the existing situation. Anxiety is a feeling of fear for which there is no clear cause and is not supported by the existing situation. One source of anxiety stressors is pregnancy. In Indonesia, there are 28.7% of pregnant women who experience anxiety about childbirth. Anxiety is more common in primigravida mothers. Anxiety in primigravida mothers can arise in the third trimester. Aim. To avoid negative impact on pregnant women such as stunted fetal growth, weakens uterine muscle contractions, the risk of giving birth to premature babies, and affects the growth and development of children. The research was conducted at the Demri Ambarita Health Center, Batam. Methods. This research is descriptive. The population in the study was 35 people. The sample in this study was 35 using total sampling technique. The results showed. Results. The study showed that 3 people (8.6%) had mild anxiety, 8 people (22.9%) had moderate anxiety, 16 people (45.7%) had severe anxiety and 8 people (22.9%) had very severe anxiety. Conclusion. It is expected for pregnant women to perform ANC regularly at least 4 times during pregnancy, this can provide related information mother's pregnancy, so that the health of the mother and baby can be well controlled