The effect of breast massage with breastfeeding and baby nutritional status
Abstract
Background:The success of the breastfeeding process is not due to the mother's biological factors but rather due to difficulties for the mother in her first role so that this affects improper attachment techniques during breastfeeding and the feeling that milk production is not enough and not smooth. The benefits of breastfeeding are very important to reduce nutritional imbalances and reduce stunting rates. One of the factors of failure of breastfeeding is because breast milk does not come out after the mother delivers their baby. Breast massage is another important factor in how mothers can successfully breastfeed their baby.
Objectives:The aim of research is determine the effect of breast massage on breastfeeding and the nutritional status of babies
Methods: This study analyzes the effect of breast massage in third trimester pregnant women with exclusive breastfeeding and infant nutritional status. A cross-sectional study was carried out with 80 pregnant women with gestational age 38 weeks using purposive sampling methods. The research instruments were the breast massage checklist, breastfeeding behavior, and body weight observation sheet.
Results: showed that breast massage during pregnancy has a direct effect of breastfeeding and baby nutritional status. Breast massage was significantly influenced in supporting mothers to breastfeed and make a better baby’s nutritional status. Breast massage should be implemented during pregnancy at 38 weeks to support the success of exclusive breastfeeding. The earlier preparation for breastfeeding during pregnancy, the sooner mothers can breastfeed their babies smoothly and better nutritional status.
Conclusions: Health care professionals should provide early intervention to enhance mother capabilities like a breastfeeding education during pregnancy and breast massage to support the success of exclusive breastfeeding and prevent stunting.
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