Analysis of Conventional Mother-Toddler Class Education versus Interactive Video-Based Digital Micro Learning on Umbilical Cord Care in Binaka Village, Working Area of UPTD Gunungsitoli Idanoi Health Center / Analisis Edukasi Konvensional Kelas Ibu Balita Dengan Metode Digital Micro Learning Berbasis Video Interaktif Terhadap Perawatan Tali Pusat Di Desa Binaka Wilayah Kerja UPTD Puskesmas Gunungsitoli Idanoi

Background: The high rate of umbilical cord care practices that do not follow standards is influenced by cultural Background: The high rate of umbilical cord care practices that do not follow standards is influenced by cultural factors, limited knowledge among mothers and families, restricted access to health services, and home births assisted by traditional birth attendants. Objective: To analyze the comparison between conventional mother-toddler class education and interactive video-based digital micro learning methods on umbilical cord care. Methods: This study used a quasi-experimental design with two groups (posttest-only non-equivalent control group design). The population consisted of 22 mothers with infants aged 0–7 days in Binaka Village, selected through purposive sampling. Data collection instruments included questionnaires and a checklist sheet. Data analysis used an independent t-test. Results: Statistical analysis showed a p-value of 0.039, which is less than the significance level α (0.05), indicating a significant difference between conventional Mother-Toddler Class education and interactive video-based digital micro learning methods on umbilical cord care. Conclusion: Interactive video-based digital micro learning can be considered an alternative or even a more effective strategy for providing education to mothers of newborns. Healthcare providers, particularly midwives and nurses, can integrate interactive digital media into educational programs to enhance mothers' understanding and skills in umbilical cord care.

Latar Belakang: Tingginya praktik perawatan tali pusat yang tidak sesuai standar dipengaruhi oleh budaya, kurangnya pengetahuan ibu dan keluarga, keterbatasan akses layanan kesehatan, serta persalinan di rumah dengan bantuan dukun. Tujuan: Menganalisis perbandingan antara edukasi konvensional kelas ibu balita dengan metode digital micro learning berbasis video interaktif terhadap perawatan tali pusat. Metode: Penelitian ini menggunakan desain quasi-experimental dengan dua kelompok (posttest-only non-equivalent control group design). Populasi berjumlah 22 ibu yang memiliki bayi usia 0–7 hari di Desa Binaka, dengan teknik purposive sampling. Instrumen pengumpulan data berupa kuesioner dan lembar checklist. Analisis data menggunakan uji independent t-test. Hasil: Hasil uji statistik menunjukkan nilai p = 0,039 (p < 0,05), yang berarti terdapat perbedaan yang signifikan antara metode edukasi konvensional kelas ibu balita dan metode digital micro learning berbasis video interaktif terhadap perawatan tali pusat. Kesimpulan: Metode digital micro learning berbasis video interaktif dapat dipertimbangkan sebagai alternatif atau strategi yang lebih efektif dalam memberikan edukasi kepada ibu yang memiliki bayi baru lahir. Tenaga kesehatan, khususnya bidan dan perawat, dapat mengintegrasikan media digital interaktif dalam program edukasi untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan keterampilan ibu dalam perawatan tali pusat.