Faktor Kesehatan Reproduksi Ibu Hamil dan Hubungannya dengan Kejadian Bayi Berat Lahir Rendah di Kota Sukabumi Tahun 2005-2006

In Indonesia, low birth weight (LBW) is main factor related to perinatal and neonatal mortalities. In West Java province, it was reported that the proportion of LBW (less than 2500 grams) was 6,4%. The objective of this study is to understand reproductive health factors related to LBW. The study was conducted in Sukabumi City with case-control design using pregnant mothers cohort data available at Sukabumi City Health Office. Cases are LBW infants born in the period of January 2005-June 2006, while controls were non-LBW infants born in the same period. Data on independent variables were collected through interview with mothers at their homes and document review including mother cohort data, pregnancy card or pregnant mothers healthy card (Kartu Menuju Sehat). The study shows that birth spacing, anemia status, upper arm circumference, weight gain more less 10 kilograms, working status, and proportion of non food expenditure significantly associated with LBW. The study also find an interaction between birth spacing and anemia status. Key words: Reproductive health, low birth weight, case-control