Differences in knowledge and skills before and after in pregnant women in the working area of the Bolo Health Center, Bima Regency

This study aims to analyze the differences in knowledge and skills of pregnant women before and after intervention using the "Kawara Angi" method in the Bolo Community Health Center Working Area, Bima Regency. Referring to the increasing prevalence of Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) and its impact on maternal and infant health, this study emphasizes the importance of health education for pregnant women. The study design used a quasi-experimental method with a pre-test and post-test approach involving 60 respondents, divided into two groups: intervention and control. The intervention group received interactive education through discussions and demonstrations of skills, while the control group only received an information booklet. The analysis results showed a significant increase in knowledge and skills in the intervention group. The average knowledge increased from 1.50 to 2.27 (p < 0.001), while skills increased from 1.33 to 2.13 (p < 0.001). In contrast, the control group only showed a small increase in knowledge and skills. These findings indicate that interactive education methods, accompanied by direct practice, are effective in increasing the capacity of pregnant women to recognize and prevent GDM. This increase in knowledge and skills is expected to contribute to reducing the risk of complications during pregnancy and improving maternal health in Bima Regency. This study emphasizes the need to integrate practice-based educational programs into maternal health services to help mothers adapt effectively to the health changes that occur during pregnancy. It is recommended that similar efforts continue to ensure the sustainability of effective health education for pregnant women and improve overall public health.