Father’s Presence in Pregnancy: Linking Husbands’ Knowledge and Support to Prevent Fatherless Function

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10.2991/978-2-38476-571-3_22How to use a DOI?

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husband; pregnancy; knowledge; support; fatherless function

Abstract

Background: Fatherless function does not only refer to the physical absence of fathers but also to limited paternal involvement during pregnancy. Husbands’ knowledge plays a crucial role in shaping supportive behaviors toward primigravida wives. Objective: This study aimed to examine the relationship between husbands’ knowledge and their support for primigravida mothers in Magelang District, Central Java, Indonesia. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted involving 186 husbands of primigravida women attending antenatal care services at community health centers (puskesmas). Data were collected using structured questionnaires measuring husbands’ knowledge and multidimensional support, including informational, emotional, appraisal, and instrumental support. Data were analyzed using descriptive statistics and Spearman’s rank correlation test. Results: The results showed a significant positive correlation between husbands’ knowledge and support (ρ = 0.255; p < 0.001), indicating that higher knowledge levels were associated with stronger support during pregnancy. Conclusion: These findings highlight the importance of integrating father-focused educational interventions into antenatal care services to enhance paternal literacy and prevent fatherless function at both family and community levels.

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TY  - CONF
AU  - Dian Puspitasari
AU  - Agus Kristiyanto
AU  - Supriyadi Hari Respati
AU  - Haryani Saptaningtyas
PY  - 2026
DA  - 2026/05/06
TI  - Father’s Presence in Pregnancy: Linking Husbands’ Knowledge and Support to Prevent Fatherless Function
BT  - Proceedings of the 4th International Conference on Multidisciplinary Studies 2025 (ICOMSI 2025)
PB  - Atlantis Press
SP  - 268
EP  - 276
SN  - 2352-5398
UR  - https://doi.org/10.2991/978-2-38476-571-3_22
DO  - 10.2991/978-2-38476-571-3_22
ID  - Puspitasari2026
ER  -