The Effect of Two Methods Applied to Mothers on Insufficient Milk Perception, Breastfeeding Motivation, Fatigue, Anxiety

Launched by T.C. ORDU ÜNİVERSİTESİ · Nov 12, 2024

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial is studying how two specific techniques—oxytocin massage and reflexology—can help new mothers who have had a cesarean section. The goal is to see if these methods can improve feelings of not having enough breast milk, boost motivation to breastfeed, and reduce fatigue and anxiety. With cesarean section rates in Turkey being significantly higher than the global average, it’s important to support mothers during their recovery and encourage healthy breastfeeding practices.

To participate in this study, mothers must be 18 years or older, married, and have had a cesarean birth of a single, healthy baby at full term. They should have no major health issues and must be able to breastfeed. If you are selected, you will receive either the oxytocin massage or reflexology during your recovery period. This research aims to enhance the well-being of mothers after surgery while supporting their breastfeeding journey. If you have any concerns or conditions that might exclude you from the study, it’s important to discuss them with your healthcare provider.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • Mothers who gave birth at the age of 18 and over
• • The one who is married
• • At least primary school graduate,
• • Primiparous mothers who gave birth by cesarean section,
• • Having a single, healthy newborn at full term,
• • Those who did not experience any problems during pregnancy and the early postpartum period,
• • The tissue integrity in the area to be applied is complete and healthy,
• • Breastfeeding her baby after birth,
• • The baby is healthy, has no problems with the sucking reflex and does not have any congenital anomalies,
• • Women who agree to participate in the research will be included in the study.
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • Those who gave birth by cesarean section before the 37th week of pregnancy,
• • Women who gave birth by cesarean section with combined anesthesia,
• • Discharged before 36 hours after birth,
• • Having chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, hypertension,
• • Those with infectious diseases, infections, open wounds, masses, fractures, dislocations, deformities, varicose veins, burns, eczema, hematomas, thrombophlebitis, deep vein thrombosis on the foot skin,
• • Experiencing any postpartum complications,
• • Their baby is not with their mother for any reason,
• • Those who have received a psychiatric diagnosis such as anxiety and depression,
• • Women who want to leave the research at any stage of the research