Gambaran Penggunaan Aromaterapi pada Ibu Hamil Trimester Pertama di Puskesmas Mamboro

Overview of Aromatherapy Use in First Trimester Pregnant Women at Mamboro Community Health Center

Abstract

Nausea and vomiting (emesis gravidarum) are common complaints experienced by pregnant women in the first 
trimester. In addition to pharmacological therapy, aromatherapy is a widely used complementary therapy because it 
is considered safe, readily available, and can help reduce discomfort during pregnancy. This study aims to describe 
the use of aromatherapy among pregnant women in the first trimester at the Mamboro Community Health Center. 
The study used a descriptive design with a quantitative approach. The population was all pregnant women in the first 
trimester who underwent prenatal checkups at the Mamboro Community Health Center. Sampling used an accidental 
sampling technique. Data were collected through a questionnaire containing respondent characteristics, type of 
aromatherapy used, purpose of use, frequency of use, and perceived benefits. Data were analyzed descriptively using 
frequency distributions and percentages. Most pregnant women were aware of the benefits of aromatherapy as a 
complementary therapy. The most commonly used aromatherapy was lemon and lavender. The majority of 
respondents used aromatherapy to reduce nausea and vomiting, and to provide a sense of comfort. Most respondents 
reported experiencing a reduction in complaints after using aromatherapy. The use of aromatherapy is quite widely 
used by pregnant women in the first trimester as a supportive therapy to reduce discomfort during pregnancy. 
Education from health workers is needed so that aromatherapy can be used appropriately and safely.