Postpartum acupressure education to support exclusive breastfeeding

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This randomized controlled trial tests whether teaching new mothers to self-administer acupressure improves exclusive breastfeeding rates at 6 months. Participants are randomized to receive acupressure education plus standard care or standard care alone, with education delivered face-to-face, via printed materials, and a short video. The primary outcome is exclusive breastfeeding at 6 months, using World Health Organization criteria; secondary outcomes include any breastfeeding at 12 months, self-efficacy, quality of breastfeeding, timing of complementary feeding, adverse events, and maternal satisfaction. Analyses follow an intention-to-treat approach across two parallel groups. Eligible participants are Turkish-speaking, NYC term singleton births (note: real site: Niğde, Turkey) aged 18-45, within 48 hours postpartum, intending to breastfeed, with access to a smartphone for materials and reminders.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Age 18 to 45 years
* Term singleton birth (≥37 weeks of gestation)
* ≤48 hours postpartum at the time of enrollment
* Intention to breastfeed
* Ability to communicate in Turkish
* Access to a smartphone for educational materials and follow-up reminders
* Willingness to provide written informed consent

Exclusion Criteria:

* Contraindications to breastfeeding (e.g., infant galactosemia)
* Severe neonatal condition preventing breastfeeding
* Severe maternal medical or psychiatric condition interfering with breastfeeding
* Current opioid, alcohol, or substance dependence
* Multiple gestation pregnancy
* Severe breast injury or condition within the first 72 hours postpartum preventing breastfeeding

Where it's running

• Niğde Ömer Halisdemir University Hospital
  Niğde, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye) Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Pınar Erdoğan, Assoc. Prof.
• Email: drpinarerdogan@gmail.com
• Phone: +905233646954

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.