The Relationship Between Duration of Labor and Talking Hold in Postpartum Mothers in the Work Area of the Akelamo Inpatient Community Health Center

Abstract

Background: Labor is a physiological process that can cause both physical and psychological stress for mothers. Effective coping strategies, such as talking hold or verbal support, are considered important interventions to reduce stress and improve postpartum outcomes. The duration of labor may influence the ability or need of mothers to engage in talking hold during labor, which can affect their postpartum adaptation and recovery. Objective: This study aims to determine the relationship between the duration of labor and talking hold in postpartum mothers in the work area of the Akelamo Inpatient Community Health Center. Methods: This research used an analytical observational design with a cross-sectional approach. The sample consisted of 30 postpartum mothers selected using a purposive sampling technique. Data on labor duration and talking hold behaviors were collected and analyzed using the Wilcoxon test. Results: The results of the Wilcoxon test showed a significant relationship between the duration of labor and talking hold in postpartum mothers, with a p-value of 0.000 (p < 0.05), indicating that the length of labor affects the mothers’ engagement in talking hold during labor. Conclusion: There is a significant relationship between the duration of labor and talking hold in postpartum mothers. Health workers are encouraged to provide support and guidance to mothers during labor to facilitate talking hold, especially for those experiencing prolonged labor, in order to improve postpartum well-being.