Effectiveness of parenting education modules in enhancing knowledge of positive discipline and child development
Anjali Sharma1, Rohitash Kumar2, S K Singh3
1Department of Nursing, College of Nursing, Rajarshi Dashrath Autonomous State Medical College, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, India.
Insights
Parenting education significantly improved maternal knowledge of child development milestones and delays. This intervention empowers mothers to better support their child
Area of Science:
- Child Development
- Public Health
- Maternal Education
Background:
- Early childhood development is crucial but often hindered by factors like malnutrition and insufficient parental education.
- Parental training, especially for mothers, can significantly improve child growth and developmental outcomes.
- This study addresses the need for enhanced maternal knowledge regarding child developmental milestones and delays.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effectiveness of a parenting education program.
- To enhance maternal knowledge of child developmental milestones and delays.
- To target mothers of infants attending urban immunization centers.
Main Methods:
- A quasi-experimental, one-group pre-test post-test design was used.
- 89 mothers of infants (2-12 months) participated.
- Knowledge was assessed using a pre-validated questionnaire before and after the education program.
Main Results:
- Maternal knowledge scores significantly increased from a pre-test mean of 14.8 (SD=3.2) to a post-test mean of 22.7 (SD=3.5).
- A paired t-test showed a statistically significant improvement (t=22.06, P<0.05).
- The program effectively enhanced mothers' understanding of child developmental milestones and delays.
Conclusions:
- Parenting education programs are effective in improving maternal knowledge of child development.
- Increased maternal awareness empowers early recognition of developmental issues and supports appropriate care.
- Integrating parenting education into public health initiatives and healthcare services is recommended to improve child development outcomes.
Background:
The early childhood period is critical for physical, cognitive, and emotional development. However, many young children face developmental challenges due to malnutrition, insufficient parental education, and lack of adequate care. These factors can impede children's ability to achieve age-appropriate developmental milestones. Providing parents, particularly mothers, with training on child development can significantly improve child growth and development outcomes. This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of a parenting education program designed to enhance maternal knowledge regarding child developmental milestones and delays among mothers of infants attending selected urban immunization centers.
Methods:
A quasi-experimental, one-group pre-test post-test research design was employed to assess the impact of a parenting education program on maternal knowledge. A total of 89 mothers of infants aged 2-12 months were selected using purposive sampling from urban immunization centers. Participants were provided with structured parenting education sessions focused on child development, including the identification of developmental milestones and potential developmental delays. Pre- and post-intervention knowledge levels of mothers were measured using a pre-validated, structured questionnaire, which assessed their understanding of child growth and development.
Results:
The pre-test mean score for maternal knowledge was 14.8 (SD = 3.2), indicating a moderate level of awareness regarding child development. After completing the parenting education program, the post-test mean score increased to 22.7 (SD = 3.5), reflecting a significant improvement in knowledge. A paired t-test was used to compare the pre-test and post-test scores, revealing a calculated t-value of 22.06. This was compared with the tabulated t-value of 1.98 at 88 degrees of freedom (P < 0.05), supporting the hypothesis that the intervention had a statistically significant impact on maternal knowledge. The results demonstrated that the parenting education program effectively improved the mothers' understanding of child developmental milestones and delays.
Conclusions:
The findings of this study suggest that parenting education programs are a valuable tool in enhancing maternal knowledge of child development. By increasing awareness about developmental milestones and delays, such programs empower mothers to recognize early signs of developmental issues and provide appropriate care to support their child's growth. The study highlights the importance of integrating parenting education into public health initiatives, particularly in urban immunization centers, to address gaps in knowledge and foster better outcomes for both children and families. Given the significant improvements observed in maternal knowledge, it is recommended that similar parenting education programs be scaled up and integrated into regular healthcare services, ensuring that mothers across diverse settings have access to essential information that can positively influence child development.
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