Development of a Breastfeeding Support Scale for Couples
1Graduate School of Health Sciences, Tokushima University.
The Journal of Medical Investigation : JMI
|April 5, 2016
Summary
This study developed the Breastfeeding Support Scale for Couples (BSSC) to measure mutual support between partners during breastfeeding. The validated scale assesses reciprocal support, aiding in tailored interventions for new parents.
Area of Science:
- Maternal and Child Health
- Psychometrics
- Family Studies
Background:
- Breastfeeding success is influenced by parental support.
- Existing measures may not fully capture couple-based reciprocity in breastfeeding support.
- Understanding partner dynamics is crucial for effective breastfeeding interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To develop and validate the Breastfeeding Support Scale for Couples (BSSC).
- To assess the reliability and validity of the BSSC for both husbands and wives.
- To evaluate mutual support in breastfeeding from the couple's perspective.
Main Methods:
- Scale development involving 324 couples (wives and husbands) at 1-month postpartum checkups.
- Exploratory factor analysis and reliability testing (Cronbach's alpha).
- Assessment of internal consistency and criterion-related validity.
Main Results:
- Developed a 10-item, 2-factor scale for husbands and a 14-item, 3-factor scale for wives.
- Cronbach's alpha coefficients ranged from 0.72 to 0.89, indicating good reliability.
- Confirmed internal consistency and criterion-related validity; the model demonstrated satisfactory fit.
Conclusions:
- The Breastfeeding Support Scale for Couples (BSSC) is a reliable and valid instrument.
- The BSSC can evaluate mutual breastfeeding support within couples.
- Findings may inform new directions for breastfeeding support by highlighting perceived reciprocity differences.
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