Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior Research Articles

Hypnotherapy influence on maternal psychological, breastfeeding, mRNA-OXTR expression, and OXTR protein

ABSTRACT Hypnotherapy has emerged as a potential alternative to improve exclusive breastfeeding rates, particularly in countries like Indonesia where they are below optimal levels. This study aims to evaluate the impact of audio hypnotherapy on the psychological, exclusive breastfeeding behavior, the OXTR protein and mRNA expression gene OXTR in mothers of infants aged 0–6 months. This study employed a Pragmatic Randomized Controlled Trial design, conducted from November 2022 to May 2023 in 11 primary health centers. The study population included breastfeeding mothers with infants aged 0–6 months, with a total sample size of 70 respondents who were randomly divided into intervention (received audio hypnotherapy) and control groups (received standard care). The psychological condition was measured using the Depression Anxiety Stress Scale. Exclusive breastfeeding behavior was assessed based on both quality and quantity. Genetic factors were evaluated through mRNA OXTR expression using real-time PCR and protein OXTR levels using ELISA. Analyzing data using linear and logistic regression models. Both bivariate and multivariate analyses revealed significant differences in psychological condition (p < .0001). There were big differences in the exclusive breastfeeding behavior (p < .0001), as well as in the amounts of protein OXTR and mRNA expression of the OXTR gene (p < .0001). We recommend the implementation of audio hypnotherapy as an effective complementary therapeutic approach to manage the psychological well-being, exclusive breastfeeding behavior, the mRNA expression of the OXTR gene and levels of OXTR protein in mothers of infants aged 0–6 months.

Correlation Mothers’ Knowledge about Stunting and Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior

Stunting is still a nutritional health problem in children that has received the attention of the developing world. Knowledge of stunting plays a role in efforts to prevent stunting. Breastfeeding in the first six months of life is one of the preventive behaviours whose success is influenced by knowledge. This research aimed to determine the relationship between stunting knowledge and exclusive breastfeeding behaviour in mothers with toddlers. This research design is secondary research with quantitative correlational methods with a retrospective approach. The sample was determined through a purposive sampling technique with the inclusion criteria of mothers with toddlers and exclusion criteria for mothers with children over five years old so that 55 respondents were obtained. The instrument includes demographic information, stunting knowledge, and exclusive breastfeeding behaviour. The statistical test used is Chi-Square. The study results show no relationship between the level of knowledge about stunting and exclusive breastfeeding behaviour (p-value = 0.16). Knowledge can affect the occurrence of the behaviour, but other aspects can influence the occurrence of a behaviour. Further research is needed by modifying the methods and variables used.

Predicting perceived exclusive breastfeeding behavior among higher education female students in Saudi Arabia: Application of the theory of planned behavior using structural equation modeling.

The decision for infant feeding behaviors is often made early in life, based on the socio-cultural context. Thus, exploring this issue and its influencing factors can create Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF) culture among future mothers. This study aimed to predict EBF behavior among female higher education students in Saudi Arabia through the application of the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) using Structural Equation Modeling (SEM). This descriptive exploratory research was conducted on three university campuses in three cities (Dammam, Jeddah, and Abha). A multistage cluster random sampling was employed to select 600 female students using a digital survey containing three sections: Personal Data and Previous BF Exposure, EBF Knowledge Scale, and The TPB constructs for the EBF scale (attitude, Subjective Norms/SN, Perceived Behavioral Control/PBC, intention, and Perceived Behavior). The results showed that the highest percent of the participants had moderate BF exposure (63.8%) and knowledge (65.7%), positive attitude (85.8%), high SN (66.2%), moderate PBC (75.8%), high intention (55.2%), and positive perceived behavior (55.2%). The SEM had acceptable fit indices were χ2/df ratio=3.817, GFI=0.935, RMSEA=0.044, NFI=0.942, CFI=0.951, PCFI =0. 924. It showed that the EBF attitude (β=0.607), SN (β=0.123), and PBC (β=0.158) were significant positive and direct predictors of the EBF intention (P <0.001). Both intention (β=0.213) and PBC (β=0.226) were significant positive and direct predictors of the perceived behavior (P <0.001). It accounted for 49.5% of the variance in EBF intention and 70.0% for the behavior. The BF exposure and knowledge were significant positive predictors of EBF intention (β=0.158, β= 0.237) and behavior (β=0.140, β= 0.207) (P=0.000). Thus, the TPB has a good predictive ability for EBF intention and behavior among the studied Saudi female university students. Thus, it can be employed for efficient health promotion and the development of EBF-friendly policies.

Evaluation of Imtasie Health Education Model Based on Kaili Culture to Improve Mother's Behavior in Exclusive Breasting

Evaluating the health education model on exclusive breastfeeding behavior as a basis for the success of the target of achieving exclusive breastfeeding through the implementation of a tested culture-based health education model. This research is quantitative. A total of 84 people who were divided into two groups, namely 42 people in the intervention group and 42 people in the control group were taken purposively according to the inclusion criteria. The intervention group received IMTASIE health education. Evaluate the health education model quantitatively with a quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test with a control group. Data was collected during the pre-test, intervention, and post-test. All data is collected by coaching nurses. The main research variables include myths, culture, knowledge, attitudes, practices and behavior of exclusive breastfeeding. The results of the quantitative study of the developed IMTASIE model had a significant effect on the practice of breastfeeding for 1 month with a p value of 0.001 (&lt;0.05). There is a significant effect with a p value = 0.001 from the interventions carried out by nurses on increasing the practice of exclusive breastfeeding in the first 1 month of life. IMTASIE and its tools can be used in nursing care services individually or in groups and can be carried out in the community or at puskesmas in improving special group nursing care services and improving the quality of life of mothers and babies at an age prone to exclusive breastfeeding due to the influence of myths, culture and knowledge from family.

Pengaruh Pemberian ASI Eksklusif terhadap Amenorrhea Laktasi di Indonesia

Introduction: The long return of menstruation in postpartum mothers is strongly influenced by the exclusive breastfeeding behavior. In Indonesia is still relatively low compared to other countries, where the median return of menstruation in postpartum mothers in Indonesia is 2 months. The purpose of this study was to look at the influence of exclusive breastfeeding on lactation amenorrhea. Methode: This research is a quantitative research with cross sectional research design with research samples are women who have married aged 15-49 years, amounting to 10,143 people. This study uses SDKI data in 2017 with survival analysis. The results of this study do show the influence of exclusive breastfeeding on lactation amenorrhea after being controlled by confoding variables in the form of education, age, parity, residence and the use of birth control (p value 0,048 with an HR value of 2,32 (95% CI=1,98 – 2,49).  The recommendation of this study is the need to increase KIA method related to the intensity and frequency of breastfeeding from mother to baby.

Improving Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior of Primipara Mothers With Lactation Education and Individualized Counseling Intervention

IntroductionNew mothers often need support to establish and maintain breastfeeding, and they may find it difficult to access breastfeeding resources locally. Therefore, postpartum lactation education and counseling of primipara mothers were given by integrating into their routine follow-ups in the family health center. This study was conducted to determine the effect of lactation education and individual counseling intervention integrated into the routine follow-up visits of primipara mothers in family health centers on exclusive breastfeeding rates and breastfeeding behaviors during the first 6 months postpartum.MethodsA two-factor, pretest–posttest, controlled, semi-experimental, prospective study was conducted. The study was conducted in three family health centers in a city on the north coast of Turkey. The interviews with the primipara mothers were performed between the 24th and 72nd hours and at the 1st, 3rd, 4th, 6th months postpartum.ResultsThe rates of giving exclusive breastfeeding to the infants in the first 6 months were 68% in the study group and 38% in the control group, exhibiting a statistically significant difference between the groups with regard to breastfeeding frequency (p =.001).ConclusionsIt was determined that the education and counseling integrated into the existing health system were effective in increasing the EBF rates and breastfeeding behaviors of primipara mothers in the first 6 months after birth.

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Exclusive Breastfeeding among Primipara at Baby Friendly Hospital (BFHI)

The reduction in exclusive breastfeeding rates around the world is a cause of great concern. Implementing a baby-friendly hospital initiative programme, on the other hand, could support in the promotion and maintenance of breastfeeding. This study aimed to determine the level of knowledge, attitude, and practice of exclusive breastfeeding among primipara mothers who delivered their child at a baby friendly hospital (BFHI). A cross-sectional research design was conducted involving 74 participants at BFHI in Pahang between January to February 2021. A set of self-administered questionnaire consists of sociodemographic background, knowledge, attitude and expressed breast milk within 24 hours of delivery were distributed to participants. Most of the participants are knowledgeable about exclusive breastfeeding and had a positive attitude toward breastfeeding practice. The participants were encouraged to initiate early breastfeeding to their newborn as soon as possible after birth and continue exclusively upon discharge. With a p-value of 0.028 (p0.05) and a r value of 0.256, there is a significant link between knowledge and exclusive breastfeeding. There is also a link between exclusive breastfeeding attitude and exclusive breastfeeding behavior among participants, with a p-value of 0.036 (p0.05). In conclusion, this study indicated the impact of breastfeeding education provided to pregnant women during antenatal on increasing the rate of exclusive breastfeeding practice in Malaysia.

Predictors of Exclusive Breast Milk Failure Before Six Months: A Study on Exclusive Breastfeeding in the City of Bogor, West Java, Indonesia

BACKGROUND: Exclusive breastfeeding is the cornerstone of a child’s survival and health because it provides essential and irreplaceable nutrients for their growth and development. The coverage rate for exclusive breastfeeding for infants 0–6 months in West Java in 2017 was 55.4%, below the national figure of 61.33%. AIM: The purpose of this article is to identify the failure factors for exclusive breastfeeding. METHODS: The study began with a quasi-experimental period with a pre- and post-test group design approach through a health education process about exclusive breastfeeding in the third trimester of pregnancy, followed by a prospective study on breastfeeding practice in infants in the first 6 months of life. The analysis used was Chi-square analysis (χ2) and Paired t-test. Then, followed by a qualitative study to explore the supports and barriers to exclusive breastfeeding through in-depth interviews and carried out an analysis with modified Aronso’s qualitative analysis steps. The quantitative study sample is 50 people. The sample for the qualitative study was 15 people consisting of mothers with babies over 6-months-old, midwives, health staff. The study started from March 2017 to September 2018. RESULTS: The knowledge score of the intervention group increased significantly from 26.08 before the intervention to 31.78 after the intervention (p-value 0.000), with 3.52 more excellent than the control group. The attitude score of the intervention group rose significantly from 8.2 before the intervention to 13.16 after the intervention (p-value 0.000), with 3.12 more excellent than the control group. The intervention significantly affected exclusive breastfeeding behavior with a p-value of 0.047, but the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding was still 36%. The qualitative study findings contained support and obstacles in implementing exclusive breastfeeding in the city of Bogor. Supporting factors range from a support system in regional regulations and class programs for pregnant women to support for infrastructure. At the same time, obstacles include parenting patterns, individual factors, other internal and external influences. CONCLUSION: Health education can improve knowledge, attitudes and behavior of exclusive breastfeeding. There are still other predictors of the failure of exclusive breastfeeding before 6 months outside of health education.

The Healthy Indonesia Program and Family Role In Dealing with Covid-19 In Indonesia

The Healthy Indonesia Program with a Family Approach (PIS-PK) aims to improve the quality of life of Indonesian citizens from the smallest unit of society, namely the family. This program is the family's main capital in dealing with the COVID-19 pandemic. The purpose of this study was to assess the potential of the Healthy Indonesia program and the role of families in dealing with Covid-19 in Indonesia. Literature review was conducted during 27 July 2021 to 07 August 2021, and literature search used Publish or Perish software for the time period of 2020-2021. Search keywords include: Coronavirus, Vaccines, Covid-19, Healthy Indonesia Program, Family Planning, delivery in health facilities, complete basic immunization, Exclusive Breastfeeding, growth monitoring, pulmonary tuberculosis, hypertension, mental disorders, smoking, National Health Insurance, access to clean water facilities and healthy latrines. Study findings showed that family planning services, delivery in health facilities, complete basic immunization, and growth monitoring could still be implemented by families in Indonesia. Likewise, the treatment of tuberculosis, hypertension, mental disorders is carried out on a limited basis. The behavior of exclusive breastfeeding, no smoking family members, families which have become members of the National Health Insurance and families which have access to clean water facilities are family capital in dealing with the covid-19 pandemic. In conclusion, the more complete the status of a healthy family based on 12 indicators, the more resilient each family will be in dealing the covid-19 pandemic.

Analysis Factors Related to Behaviour among Madurese Mothers with Exclusive Breastfeeding

Introduction: The rate of exclusive breastfeeding in Indonesia is still low. Internal and external factors mother can cause a low rate of exclusive breastfeeding. This also happens because of the belief and traditional factors that can inhibit exclusive breastfeeding for babies. This study aimed to analyze the correlation of psychological factors, family support, and socio-culture with the behaviour of Madurese ethnic mothers in exclusive breastfeeding.Methods: This study used descriptive-analytical with a cross-sectional approach. The research sample collected 100 respondents with nonprobability sampling method is purposive sampling.Results: There was a moderate correlation between family support (p= 0.000; r = 0.373) and socio-culture (p= 0.000; r = 0.396) with the behaviour of Madurese ethnic mothers in exclusive breastfeeding. The analysis showed no relation between psychological factors and the behaviour of Madurese ethnic mothers in exclusive breastfeeding (p=0.071; r= 0.181).Conclusion: The Behaviour of Madurese ethnic mothers in exclusive breastfeeding in The Sidotopo Wetan Community Health Center, Surabaya, was related to family support and socio-culture. So, the research can be used as this information to optimize factors that increase exclusive breastfeeding behaviour.

Socioeconomic inequality in exclusive breastfeeding behavior and ideation factors for social behavioral change in three north-western Nigerian states: a cross-sectional study

BackgroundSocioeconomic inequalities could mitigate the impact of social and behavior change (SBC) interventions aimed at improving positive ideation towards the practice of exclusive breastfeeding. This study explores the empirical evidence of inequalities in the practice of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF) and associated ideational dimensions and domains of the theory of Strategic Communication and Behavior Change in three north-western Nigeria states.MethodsWe used cross-sectional data from 3007 randomly selected women with under-two-year-old children; the convenient regression method was applied to estimate the concentration indexes (CIxs) of exclusive breastfeeding behavior, ranked by household wealth index. Inequality was decomposed to associated ideational factors and sociodemographic determinants. Avoidable inequalities and the proportion of linear redistribution to achieve zero inequality were estimated.ResultsWomen from wealthier households were more likely to practice exclusive breastfeeding CIx = 0.1236, p-value = 0.00). Attendance of at least four antenatal clinic visits (ANC 4+) was the most significant contributor to the inequality, contributing CIx = 0.0307 (p-value = 0.00) to the estimated inequality in exclusive breastfeeding practice. The elasticity of exclusive breastfeeding behavior with respect to partners influencing decision to breastfeed and ANC4+, were 0.1484 (p-value = 0.00) and 0.0825 (p-value = 0.00) respectively. Inequality in the regular attendance at community meetings (CIx = 0.1887, p-value =0.00); ANC 4+) (CIx = 0.3722, p-value = 0.00); and maternal age (CIx = 0.0161, p-value = 0.00) were pro-rich. A 10.7% redistribution of exclusive breastfeeding behavior from the wealthier half to the poorer half of the population could eliminate the inequality (line of zero inequality). Inequalities were mainly in the cognitive and social norms dimension and were all pro-poor.ConclusionSocioeconomic inequalities exist in exclusive breastfeeding behaviors and in associated ideation factors in the three states but are mostly avoidable. A 10.7% redistribution from wealthier to the poorer half of the population will achieve elimination. Messaging for SBC communication interventions to improve breastfeeding practices could be more effective by targeting the mitigation of these inequalities.

Factors Associated With Behavior of Exclusive Breastfeeding to Women Have Baby 6-12 Months in the Work Area of Andalas Health Center

In Indonesia target of exclusive breastfeeding is 80% and this target is very difficult to accomplish. The scope of exclusive breastfeeding in West Sumatera (75%), in Padang (70.7%) and in the work area of Andalas Health Center (55.17%). This study aim is to determine factors associated with exclusive breastfeeding in the work area of ​​Andalas Health Center. This type of study is analytic with cross sectional design.The participant of this study is 90 mothers who have infants 6-12 months in the work area of Andalas Health Center. Sampling was proportional random sampling. Data collected using questionnaires. Data analysis using univariate and bivariate with chi square test and significant if p value &lt; 0,05. The study showed exclusive breastfeeding (21,1%), mother have a good knowledge (48.9%), secondary education (51.1%) , unemployed (65.6%), not having breast problem (51.1%), and interested in infant formula promotion (57.8%). The results of bivariate analysis showed a significant relationship between education (p=0.048) and breast problems (p=0,000) and no significant relationship between work (p=0.98) with exclusive breastfeeding. There is a tendency all mothers who have less knowledge and interested in infant formula promotion to not exclusive breastfeeding From the result of this study it can be conclude there is a significant relationship between education, and breast problems with exclusive breastfeeding, no significant relationship between work and exclusive breastfeeding, there is a tendency all mothers who have less knowledge and interested in infant formula promotion to not exclusive breastfeeding. For the next research can add other variables, for health workers to more diligent give counseling and for the community to follow more counseling.

Grandmother's Role as a Personal Reference toward Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior

Grandmother's role in the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding is very necessary because the grandmother is the closest person in the family. Its existence influences decision-making in various family matters, especially the care of children from birth to adulthood. This study aims to analyze differences in the role of grandmothers as a personal reference for exclusive breastfeeding behavior. This type of experimental Quasy research was conducted in May-July 2018 in Sidoarjo Regency, East Java, Indonesia by dividing two experimental groups, namely the treatment group and the control group. Both groups started with a pre-test, and after the treatment was measured again (post-test). Statistical analysis used multivariate covariance analysis (MANCOVA) to test whether there were differences in treatment between the control group and the treatment group after adjusting for confounding variables, namely formula milk promotion. The results of the pre-test statistical test showed that the value of p = 0.384 means that there is no difference in the role of the grandmother on the exclusive breastfeeding behavior of the control group and the treatment group. The results of the post-test statistical test showed that the value of p = 0.000 means that there are differences in the role of the grandmother on the exclusive breastfeeding behavior of the control group and the treatment group. The role of the grandmother as a personal reference can influence exclusive breastfeeding behavior so that it can be a form of family support for the mother for exclusive breastfeeding and can be used as a way to support exclusive breastfeeding mothers. Keywords : Behavior, exclusive breastfeeding, grandmother’s role, personal reference.

Relationship between Mother's Knowledge of Breastfeeding and Exclusive Breastfeeding for Nursing Mothers in the Operational Area of the Sudiang Primary Health Center

Introduction: Exclusive breastfeeding is breastfeeding only in the first 6 months without drinks or other additional foods. There are several factors that influence breastfeeding behavior, one of which is the mother's knowledge. This research was conducted to determine whether there is a relationship between maternal knowledge and exclusive breastfeeding behavior&#x0D; Methods: This study used an analytic observational study design with a cross sectional approach. The sample of this research is breastfeeding mothers who have children aged 6-24 months in the working area of Sudiang Health Center. Samples were taken using purposive sampling technique with a total sample of 262 people. Data was collected by filling out questionnaires by respondents.&#x0D; Results: The results showed that mothers&#x0D; Introduction: Exclusive breastfeeding is breastfeeding only in the first 6 months without drinks or other additional foods. There are several factors that influence breastfeeding behavior, one of which is the mother's knowledge. This research was conducted to determine whether there is a relationship between maternal knowledge and exclusive breastfeeding behavior&#x0D; Methods: This study used an analytic observational study design with a cross sectional approach. The sample of this research is breastfeeding mothers who have children aged 6-24 months in the working area of Sudiang Health Center. Samples were taken using purposive sampling technique with a total sample of 262 people. Data was collected by filling out questionnaires by respondents.&#x0D; Results: The results showed that mothers who have high knowledge and provide exclusive breastfeeding are more than 56.1%. Analysis of the two variables shows the value of p = 0.000. Statistically, there is a significant relationship between maternal knowledge and exclusive breastfeeding behavior&#x0D; Conclusion: The conclusion of this research is that there is a relationship between maternal knowledge and the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding in the working area of the Sudiang Health Center.&#x0D; Keywords: Mother's Knowledge; Breastfeeding; Exclusive Breastfeeding&#x0D; who have high knowledge and provide exclusive breastfeeding are more than 56.1%. Analysis of the two variables shows the value of p = 0.000. Statistically, there is a significant relationship between maternal knowledge and exclusive breastfeeding behavior&#x0D; Conclusion: The conclusion of this research is that there is a relationship between maternal knowledge and the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding in the working area of the Sudiang Health Center.&#x0D; Keywords: Mother's Knowledge; Breastfeeding; Exclusive Breastfeeding

Relationship between Nutritional Status and Development of Preschool Aged Children in the Operational Area of Puskesmas Batua Raya

Introduction: Development is a mental change that occurs gradually and over time, starting from simple abilities to more difficult abilities, such as attitude, behavior and intelligence. Preschool age is a golden age in which all aspects of development play an important role in aspects of further development. The study aimed to determine the relationship between nutritional status and development of preschool aged children in the operational area of ​​Puskesmas Batua Raya.&#x0D; Methods: The study used a cross sectional study design with total sample of 196 respondents. Data were collected through anthropometric measurements of body weight and KPSP assessment (developmental pre-screening questionnaire) was carried out. Data analysis was performed using the chi square test.&#x0D; Results: Results of the study found that children with appropriate development were higher in good nutritional status (74%) than those who were below the nutritional status (5.6%). Analysis of the two variables shows the value of p = 0.000. Statistically, there was a significant relationship between nutritional status and development of preschool children.&#x0D; Conclusion: Based on the research, it may be concluded that there is a relationship between maternal knowledge and the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding in the operational area of the Sudiang Primary Health Center.

Relationship between Family Social Support and Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior at Talise Health Center, Indonesia

BACKGROUND: The failure of exclusive breastfeeding has a big impact on the health of a child. Family social support is a factor that plays a major role in the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding. AIM: This study aimed to determine the relationship between social-informational support, emotional, instrumental, and family assessment support on exclusive breastfeeding behavior at Talise Health Center, Palu City. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The research method was quantitative, with a cross-sectional study design. The population was 70 mothers who have babies aged 7–24 months and live in the Talise Health Center working area. The sampling technique was total sampling. Data analysis was the chi square test with a significance level of p &lt;0.05 using SPSS. RESULTS: Univariate analysis showed that the dominant age of the mother was 29–37 years (75.7%), bachelor degree education level (85.7%), multiparous parity status (68.6%), and exclusive breastfeeding status (68.6%). The results showed that there was a significant relationship between social-information support (p = 0.042), instrumental (p = 0.013), emotional (p = 0.038), and assessment (p = 0.020) on the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding. CONCLUSION: Lack of social support from the family, including informational, instrumental, emotional, and assessment, would hinder exclusive breastfeeding behavior and impact on the failure of exclusive breastfeeding.

Relationship between Family Social Support and Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior at Talise Health Center, Indonesia

BACKGROUND: The failure of exclusive breastfeeding has a big impact on the health of a child. Family social support is a factor that plays a major role in the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding. AIM: This study aimed to determine the relationship between social-informational support, emotional, instrumental, and family assessment support on exclusive breastfeeding behavior at Talise Health Center, Palu City. MATERIALS AND METHODS: The research method was quantitative, with a cross-sectional study design. The population was 70 mothers who have babies aged 7–24 months and live in the Talise Health Center working area. The sampling technique was total sampling. Data analysis was the chi square test with a significance level of p &lt;0.05 using SPSS. RESULTS: Univariate analysis showed that the dominant age of the mother was 29–37 years (75.7%), bachelor degree education level (85.7%), multiparous parity status (68.6%), and exclusive breastfeeding status (68.6%). The results showed that there was a significant relationship between social-information support (p = 0.042), instrumental (p = 0.013), emotional (p = 0.038), and assessment (p = 0.020) on the behavior of exclusive breastfeeding. CONCLUSION: Lack of social support from the family, including informational, instrumental, emotional, and assessment, would hinder exclusive breastfeeding behavior and impact on the failure of exclusive breastfeeding.

HUBUNGAN ANTARA DUKUNGAN SUAMI DAN KELUARGA DENGAN PEMBERIAN ASI EKSKLUSIF PADA IBU PEKERJA SEKTOR FORMAL (Studi pada Wilayah Kerja Puskesmas Kebakkramat I)

Exclusive breastfeeding for babies will reduce the risk of developing infectious diseases. Many women in Kebakkramat sub-districts work in the formal sector because this area is industrial. Working mothers who are breastfeeding need to divide their time between babysitting and their work, so they need support from their husbands and families to achieve exclusive breastfeeding. This research aimed to analyze the relationship between husband and family support with the exclusive breastfeeding behavior in the work area of Kebakkramat I Health Center. This study conducted using quantitative observational study methods with a cross-sectional approach. The population in this research was 113 of formal sector worker mothers who had babies aged 6-12 months. The sample in this study was 55 respondents selected using simple random sampling. The results of this study showed that the majority of respondents already have good support from their husbands and families, but as many as 80% of husbands who have not suggested respondents to participate Ojek ASI program and 70.9% of families suggest giving complementary foods of breastmilk to babies under 6 months. There is a significant relationship between husband support (p-value= 0,000) and family support (p-value= 0.029) with exclusive breastfeeding behavior. Health workers need to provide correct information about exclusive breastfeeding to husbands and families so they can provide positive support for breastfeeding mothers.

Effect of a National Nutrition Communications Campaign on Stunting Awareness and Promotion of Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior among Rural Indonesian Mothers

Effect of a National Nutrition Communications Campaign on Stunting Awareness and Promotion of Exclusive Breastfeeding Behavior among Rural Indonesian Mothers

Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Exclusive Breast Feeding among Mothers: A case study of Sanepa Sachal, Lalitpur District

Breastfeeding has been accepted as the most vital intervention for reducing infant mortality, ensuring optimal growth and development of children. Proper breastfeeding provides all essential nutrients for the first 6 months and is one of the cost effective intervention for reducing infant mortality and disease. It is one of the essential actions for infant development and survival. Maternal knowledge and attitudes as well as socio- demographic and cultural factors influence the practice of exclusive breastfeeding (EBF).This study reflects the knowledge, attitude and practice of EBF among breastfeeding mothers with infants aged 0-6 months. Exclusive breastfeeding means feeding a baby with only mother’s breast milk without any additional food or drinks including water. The main objective of this research is to explore the knowledge, attitude and practice of EBF behavior of the mothers. Using the simple random sampling, Sachal area, ward no.2 of Lalitpur metropolitan city was selected as study area. For the data collection 30-breastfeeding mother-infant pairs were purposively selected as the key informant. Data were collected from 30 mother-infant pairs by using interview schedules.