Yoga and Facial Acupressure to Support Emotional Well-Being Among Postpartum Mothers: A Qualitative Study in Bali

Ni Komang Yuni Rahyani; Ni Gusti Made Ayu Agung  Budhi; Ni Wayan  Armini

doi:10.58185/jkr.v17i1.419

Authors

Ni Komang Yuni Rahyani Midwifery Department, Poltekkes Kemenkes Denpasar, Indonesia
Ni Gusti Made Ayu Agung Budhi Midwifery Department Poltekkes Kemenkes Jakarta III, Indonesia
Ni Wayan Armini Midwifery Department, Poltekkes Kemenkes Denpasar, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.58185/jkr.v17i1.419

Keywords:

Yoga, Facial acupressure, Emotional well-being, Postpartum mothers, A qualitative study

Abstract

Background: Baby blues affect 5–25% of postpartum women and may progress to postpartum depression if not properly managed. Complementary interventions such as yoga and facial acupressure can support maternal mental health. Objective: This study focused primarily on a qualitative approach to present preliminary findings, particularly to explore factors that may reduce complaints associated with the baby blues and to understand participants’ responses to the facial acupressure and yoga interventions they had received. In the following year, the research will be directed toward a quantitative study design. Methods: A qualitative study was conducted among 15 postpartum mothers who had received yoga and facial acupressure training during pregnancy classes (June–September 2025). Four midwives were also interviewed, including two maternal health coordinators and two independent practitioners affiliated with the Indonesian Midwives Association. Data were collected through in-depth interviews and observations, then analyzed through coding and theme development. Results: Mothers reported increased happiness, self-care, self-acceptance, bonding, role adaptation, and emotional calm. Midwives emphasized the effectiveness of interventions, the need for training, professional motivation, and competency development. Conclusions: Yoga combined with facial acupressure is a feasible and acceptable approach to enhance postpartum well-being, supported by strengthened midwifery competencies through structured training.

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