Educational program to support breastfeeding in first-time mothers in Saudi Arabia
Empowering New Mothers: Exploring the Effect of Breastfeeding Health Educational Program on Practices and Feeding Self-Efficacy of Primigravida in Saudi Arabia
This study tests a breastfeeding education program to see if it helps first-time mothers in Saudi Arabia feel more confident and knowledgeable about breastfeeding.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 70 (estimated) |
| Ages | 17 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Alexandria University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Ha'il) |
| Trial ID | NCT06423534 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the impact of a breastfeeding health educational program on the knowledge, attitudes, and techniques of primigravida mothers in Saudi Arabia. The program aims to enhance the mothers' self-efficacy regarding breastfeeding practices during the last trimester of pregnancy and the first month postpartum. By implementing this educational intervention, the study seeks to improve breastfeeding outcomes and maternal confidence. The effectiveness of the program will be assessed through various metrics related to breastfeeding practices.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are first-time mothers in their last trimester of pregnancy or within one month postpartum who are healthy and have no contraindications to breastfeeding.
Not a fit: Patients who are not first-time mothers or those who are in their first or second trimester of pregnancy will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve breastfeeding practices and maternal confidence among first-time mothers.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success with educational interventions aimed at improving breastfeeding practices, indicating that this approach is promising.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Primigravida mothers who regularly visit maternity hospitals at Hail and Bisha City. * Primigravida mothers during last three trimester and 1 month after delivery * No problems during pregnant and have a healthy baby * Primigravida mothers who are not contraindicated to breastfeeding Exclusion Criteria: * Multigravida mothers and pregnant women during first and second trimester
Where this trial is running
Ha'il
- Faculty of Nursing, Hail university — Ha'il, Saudi Arabia (Recruiting)
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.