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Title

EXCLUSIVE BREASTFEEDING EDUCATION FOR POSTPARTUM MOTHERS IN THE TANGERANG CITY HOSPITAL.

Authors

Devia Nurdiyanti; Febi Ratna Sari; Yuli Safitri; Dea Ananda; Elfiana Yusronah; Muhammad Fajri; Nopela

Abstract

Background: Breast milk is an important food for newborns. Exclusive breastfeeding can reduce the risk of diarrhea, the risk of pneumonia, and can provide immunity for babies. Objective: This activity aims to increase the knowledge and skills of postpartum mothers regarding how to breastfeed their newborns. Method: This activity started with education, then practicing latching on to the baby's mouth. Participants in this activity were postpartum mothers at Tangerang City Hospital. Participants were given a pre-test and post-test, discussion, and were given the opportunity to practice giving exclusive breastfeeding directly to their babies. Results: There was an increase in mothers' knowledge regarding exclusive breastfeeding, from 20% to 100%. All participants actively participated in discussions during counseling and practice demonstrations on how to latch on to a baby's mouth correctly. Conclusion: Education can increase mothers' knowledge about exclusive breastfeeding and practice how breastfeed correctly can help mothers undergo exclusive breastfeeding.

Subjects

BREASTFEEDING techniques; URBAN hospitals; BREAST milk; MOTHERS; BREASTFEEDING

Publication

Darmabakti Cendekia: Journal of Community Service & Engagements, 2024, Vol 6, Issue 2, p127

ISSN

2657-201X

Publication type

Academic Journal

DOI

10.20473/dc.V6.I2.2024.127-132