Students' Experience of Genitalia Organ Care at SDN Pejaten Barat 05 Pagi Jakarta Selatan

Abstract

Genital Organ Care for Adolescents, especially early adolescents, is very important to practice. Carrying out genital organ care is a preventive measure to avoid contracting health problems. During adolescence, reproductive organs begin to function fully. Good knowledge of how to care for the genital organs will influence adolescents’ attitudes and behaviors in maintaining their reproductive health. The researcher aimed to describe the experiences of female students at SDN Pejaten Barat 05 Pagi regarding genital organ care during menstruation. This study employed a qualitative descriptive research design. The sampling technique used was purposive sampling. Data collection was conducted through Focus Group Discussions (FGD) involving 11 participants who met the predetermined criteria. The data obtained from the discussions with the participants were analyzed using the Collaizi technique, and four themes were identified: understanding genital organ care, methods of genital organ care, health problems related to genital organ care, and obstacles to genital organ care. Female students at SDN Pejaten Barat 05 Pagi possess a foundational understanding of genital organ care; however, gaps remain in proper practices and facility support. Persistent health complaints and suboptimal hygiene behaviors highlight the urgent need for structured, age-appropriate reproductive health education and improved sanitation infrastructure in elementary schools.