Visiting With Mothers and Frontline Health Workers in Indonesia

Visiting With Mothers and Frontline Health Workers in Indonesia

I was in a small village in Indonesia today spending time with pregnant mothers and health workers – including midwives and the ONLY doctor for six villages. Yes, six villages share one doctor.

The pregnant mothers were there for a mother's support group. They were learning how to properly wash their hands, how to hold their babies, how to protect their babies from bacteria…and more.

The group facilitator, who is also a midwife, was also explaining children's rights to the group…rights being mentioned included the right to education and the right to develop and grow.

Visiting a Community Health Clinic

In the afternoon, we visited a recently improved community health clinic (Puskesmas) and met with the sub-district's midwife coordinator. Because of recent support, this clinic can now be open 24/7 for local mothers in labor. Lives are being saved here.
I was overly optimistic that I'd be able to come back to the hotel every night and share all the stories I want to share…all the stories that need to be told. I've realized, that for now, it's best that I share the highlights. All of my senses are on overload and I'm going to need more breathing space to truly convey the brilliance of this insight trip.
 
What Save The Children is doing in Indonesia is simple astounding. The frontline health workers I'm meeting are passionate, focused, dedicated, and filled with energy. And the mothers I'm meeting are grateful for support, dream of a better health clinic for their village, and fear of bleeding to death during delivery.
 
 
 
 

 

By Stacey Hoffer

Stacey Hoffer is an ICF-certified mental health and emotional wellness coach, ancient feminine wisdom mentor, and upcoming author, who is powerful guide for cultivating deep inner peace. With a client list that includes Fortune 500 companies, the NFL, and women from all over the world, Stacey seamlessly blends evidence-based practices with ancient wisdom to deliver unparalleled transformations. Known for her comforting approach, Stacey helps her clients navigate life’s inevitable challenges while reconnecting to their inner strength and calm. Her work goes beyond surface solutions — she offers practical tools and soul-deep insights that empower individuals to live in alignment with their authentic selves. Stacey’s passion lies in guiding her clients back to their truest selves. Her message is clear: inner peace isn’t just attainable — it’s the foundation for a more joyful, empowered life. And it's a conscious, intentional, life long practice. Stacey believes If every person on this planet embodied self love and inner peace, we could achieve world peace.

5 comments

  1. It’s amazing that there is one doctor for six villages. The mother’s support group sounds great. Do most of the women in the area take advantage? Can’t wait to hear more!

  3. Tiffany Monique says:

    Great post Stacey!

  4. You’re doing amazing work and this is such an inspiring post. It’s great that mothers now have 24/7 clinic to turn to and yes, I can imagine that lives would be saved!

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