Perceptions of prospective brides about reproductive health in Pauh District on 2023

Abstract

The concern of prospective brides for reproductive health is still low.This research aims to explore prospective brides and grooms' perceptions of reproductive health. This study was a qualitative study with a phenomenological approach. The study was conducted at the Community Health Centers and Religious Affairs Office in Pauh District from February to December 2023. The selection of informants was done by purposive sampling and snowball sampling techniques, with prospective brides serving as the main informants. Supporting informants included midwives involved in the prospective brides' program and immunization program, nutritionists, several Religious Affairs officials, and speakers from reproductive health counseling. The researcher himself was the instrument of the study, employing data collection methods such as in-depth interviews, observations, and document reviews.The analysis results found that prospective brides had a variety of understandings about reproductive health. Some prospective brides had good perceptions and some were less good. These differences were influenced by several factors such as: knowledge, attention, experience, culture owned by the brides.The conclusion of this study is that prospective brides have diverse perceptions in interpreting reproductive health. Unfortunately, this topic have yet to become a significant concern for them. The study hopes to encourage cross-sectoral cooperation from the government, health, and religious sectors to increase the awareness of prospective brides about the importance of these services.