Breastfeeding training for mothers after vaginal birth using motivational interviewing
The Effect of Breastfeeding Training for Mothers Who Have a Vaginal Birth With Motivational Interview Technique on Their Breastfeeding Motivation, Self-efficacy, and Attachment
This study tests if special breastfeeding training using motivational techniques can help mothers who gave birth vaginally feel more confident and connected with their babies.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 80 (estimated) |
| Ages | 20 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Gümüşhane Universıty Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gümüşhane) |
| Trial ID | NCT06313034 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of breastfeeding education delivered through motivational interviewing techniques to mothers who have given birth vaginally. Conducted as a single-blind, randomized controlled trial, it involves 80 participants who will receive training before hospital discharge and at specified intervals postpartum. The control group will receive standard care, while the experimental group will undergo four sessions of targeted education aimed at enhancing breastfeeding motivation, self-efficacy, and mother-infant attachment.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are mothers aged 20 or older who have had a vaginal birth and are first-time parents.
Not a fit: Patients who have chronic diseases that prevent breastfeeding or major breast problems will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve breastfeeding rates and maternal confidence among new mothers.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies using motivational interviewing techniques in maternal education have shown promising results, indicating potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Maternal criteria; * Agreeing to participate in the research * Being 20 years or older * Having had a vaginal birth * being primiparous * Being at least a primary school graduate * Ability to speak Turkish * Not having any condition that would prevent communication * No medical breast problem Criteria for the baby; * Being born at term (38-41 gestational weeks) * There is no congenital anomaly such as cleft palate or lip of the newborn that may prevent sucking. * Birth weight over 2500 grams Exclusion Criteria: Maternal criteria; * Having a chronic disease that prevents breastfeeding * Having major breast problems that will prevent breastfeeding * The mother has a diagnosed psychiatric disease * Having 2 or more live newborns in this birth Criteria for the baby; * Premature birth (37th gestational week and before) * Having a congenital disease * Being in the risk group/being diagnosed with a disease in the newborn screening program
Where this trial is running
Gümüşhane
- Gümüşhane University — Gümüşhane, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Özge Palanci Ay — Gümüşhane Universıty
- Study coordinator: Özge Palanci Ay
- Email: ozge.plnci@gmail.com
- Phone: 05428933629
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.