Effect of Educational Program on Maternal Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Janaina Landim de Sousa1, Isabelle Melo Martins1, Flávia Ximenes Vasconcelos1
1Department of Nursing, Federal University of Ceará, Ceará, Brazil.
Summary
A combined educational program significantly boosted maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy for up to 90 days postpartum. This intervention supports mothers in breastfeeding their infants, contributing to infant health.
Area of Science:
- Maternal and Child Health
- Health Education
- Psychosocial Support in Lactation
Background:
- Breastfeeding is crucial for reducing infant mortality.
- Maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy is a key factor in successful lactation.
- Educational interventions are utilized to enhance mothers' confidence in breastfeeding.
Purpose of the Study:
- To assess the impact of a combined educational intervention on maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a specific educational program on mothers' confidence in breastfeeding.
Main Methods:
- A randomized clinical trial involving 152 postpartum women in Brazil.
- Intervention group received a serial album and motivational interview alongside routine care.
- Data collected via questionnaires and follow-up at multiple postpartum time points (15-180 days).
Main Results:
- The intervention group demonstrated significantly higher breastfeeding self-efficacy scores at 15, 30, 60, and 90 days postpartum.
- Statistically significant differences in self-efficacy were observed between groups up to 60 days for exclusive breastfeeding.
- The intervention group showed a significant increase in self-efficacy over time, unlike the comparison group.
Conclusions:
- A combined educational intervention effectively increases maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy.
- The positive effects of the intervention on breastfeeding self-efficacy were sustained for up to 90 days postpartum.
- This intervention shows promise for supporting breastfeeding mothers and potentially improving infant health outcomes.
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