A Scoping Review of Interventions and Outcomes for Postpartum Mothers

Happy Dwi Aprilina, Retno Sutomo, Wiwin Lismidiati, Samsiah binti Mat, Fitri Haryanti, Jumiati Riskiyani Dwi Nandia

Abstract


Background: The recommendation to breastfeed is based on its numerous benefits. Challenges in breastfeeding success involve both the mother and baby. Immediate skin‑to‑skin contact after birth helps the baby learn to suckle naturally. This review aims to explore breastfeeding interventions and outcomes throughout the breastfeeding journey.

Materials and Methods: The research employed a scoping review methodology to assess breastfeeding interventions and outcomes in postpartum mothers. The scoping review followed Arksey and O’Mallee’s (2005) methodological framework, and the literature search was conducted using databases such as PubMed, Scopus, Cochrane Library, and Web of Science. Duplicate articles were removed, and the remaining articles published between 2000 and 2023 were reviewed by multiple authors to ensure alignment with the established criteria.

Results: Twenty‑four articles of the review regarding breastfeeding interventions encompass nutritional support for mothers, maternal massage, education, and relaxation techniques. As for the outcomes associated with breastfeeding, the review examined factors such as milk production, postpartum comfort, breastfeeding support, self‑efficacy in breastfeeding, breastfeeding knowledge, duration of breastfeeding, breastfeeding success, and maternal stress levels.

Conclusions: This scoping review highlights the potential benefits of maternal massage and educational interventions for improving breastfeeding outcomes in postpartum mothers. Practical applications could include offering maternal massage services or training, comprehensive breastfeeding education programs focused on skills, knowledge, and self‑efficacy, and tailored support for mothers facing low milk supply or breastfeeding challenges. Future research should optimize such interventions’ timing, delivery methods, and cultural adaptations across diverse breastfeeding populations.

 


Keywords


Breastfeeding, massage, postpartum period

Full Text:

PDF

References


Binns C, Lee M, Low WY. The long term public health benefits of breastfeeding. Asia Pac J Public Health 2016;28:7-14.

Prentice AM. Breastfeeding in the modern World. Ann Nutr Metab 2022;78 Suppl 2:29-38.

Couto GR, Dias V, Oliveira I de J. Benefits of exclusive breastfeeding: An integrative review. Holist Nurs Today 2020;7:951-61.

Buckland C, Hector D, Kolt GS, Fahey P, Arora A. Interventions to promote exclusive breastfeeding among young mothers: A systematic review and meta-analysis. Int Breastfeed J 2020;15:102.

Rosuzeita F, Rabiaah MC, Rohani I, Shukri OM. The effectiveness of breastfeeding intervention on breastfeeding exclusivity and duration among primiparous mothers in hospital Universiti Sains Malaysia. Malaysian J Med Sci 2018;25;53.

Mavranezouli I, Varley-Campbell J, Stockton S, Francis J, Macdonald C, Sharma S, et al. The cost-effectiveness of antenatal and postnatal education and support interventions for women aimed at promoting breastfeeding in the UK. BMC Public Health 2022;22:153.

Tadesse K, Zelenko O, Mulugeta A, Gallegos D. Effectiveness of breastfeeding interventions delivered to fathers in low- and middle-income countries: A systematic review. Matern Child Nutr 2018;14:e12612.

Watimena I. Peran intervensi dalam meningkatkan pemahaman tentang dinamika menyusui. J Widya Med 2018;4:125-33.

Shorey S, Chan SW, Chong YS, He HG. Perceptions of primiparas on a postnatal psychoeducation programme: The process evaluation. Midwifery 2015;31:155-63.

Mahdizadeh-Shahri M, Nourian M, Varzeshnejad M, Nasiri M. The effect of oketani breast massage on successful breastfeeding, mothers’ need for breastfeeding support, and breastfeeding self-efficacy: An experimental study. International Journal of Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork: Research, Education, and Practice 2021;14:4-14.

Yuviska IA, Lathifah NS, Ashari VM, Anggraini A. Oxytocin massage effects increasing breast milk production in postpartum mothers. J Kebidanan Malahayati 2022;8:371-7.

Sofiyanti I, Astuti FP, Windayanti H. Penerapan hypnobreastfeeding pada Ibu Menyusui. Indones J Midwifery 2019;2:267-77.

Ke J, Ouyang YQ, Redding SR. Family-centered breastfeeding education to promote primiparas’ exclusive breastfeeding in China. J Hum Lact 2018;34:365-78.

Anuhgera DE, Sembiring E. Pengaruh hypnopressure terhadap produksi Air Susu Ibu (ASI) dan kepercayaan diri menyusui. J Ris Hesti Medan Akper Kesdam I/BB Medan 2021;6:142-8.

Washio Y, Collins BN, Hunt-Johnson A, Zhang Z, Herrine G, Hoffman M, et al. Individual breastfeeding support with contingent incentives for low-income mothers in the USA: The “BOOST (Breastfeeding Onset and Onward with Support Tools)” randomized controlled trial protocol. BMJ Open 2020;10:e034510.

Astutiningrum D, Hapsari ED, Purwanta P. Peningkatan parenting self efficacy pada ibu pasca seksio sesaria melalui konseling. J Ners 2016;11:134-41.

Dodt RC, Joventino ES, Aquino PS, Almeida PC, Ximenes LB. An experimental study of an educational intervention to promote maternal self-efficacy in breastfeeding. Rev Lat Am Enfermagem 2015;23:725-32.

Dodou HD, Bezerra RA, Chaves AF, Vasconcelos CT, Barbosa LP, Oriá MO. Telephone intervention to promote maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy: Randomized clinical trial. Rev Esc Enferm USP 2021;55:e20200520.

Cavalcanti DS, Cabral CS, de Toledo Vianna RP, Osório MM. Online participatory intervention to promote and support exclusive breastfeeding: Randomized clinical trial. Matern Child Nutr 2019;15:e12806.

Héon M, Goulet C, Garofalo C, Nuyt AM, Levy E. An intervention to promote breast milk production in mothers of preterm infants. West J Nurs Res 2016;38:529-52.

Porteous R, Kaufman K, Rush J. The effect of individualized professional support on duration of breastfeeding: A randomized controlled trial. J Hum Lact 2000;16:303-8.

McKeever P, Stevens B, Miller KL, MacDonell JW, Gibbins S, Guerriere D, et al. Home versus hospital breastfeeding support for newborns: A randomized controlled trial. Birth 2002;29:258-65.

Lu P, Ye ZQ, Qiu J, Wang XY, Zheng JJ. Acupoint-tuina therapy promotes lactation in postpartum women with insufficient milk production who underwent caesarean sections. Medicine (Baltimore) 2019;98:e16456.

Liu Y, Yao J, Liu X, Luo B, Zhao X. A randomized interventional study to promote milk secretion during mother-baby separation based on the health belief model: A consort compliant. Medicine (Baltimore) 2018;97:e12921.

Handayani S, Setyawati I, Ariendha DS, Pratiwi YS, Idyawati S, Fatmawati N. The effect of katuk leaf (Sauropusandrogynus L. Merr.) biscuit consumption toward increasing breastmilk volume on the 10th Day. J Phys Conf Ser 2020;1594:012051.

Triansyah A, Stang, Indar, Indarty A, Tahir M, Sabir M, et al. The effect of oxytocin massage and breast care on the increased production of breast milk of breastfeeding mothers in the working area of the public health center of Lawanga of Poso District. Gac Sanit 2021;35 Suppl 2:S168-70.

Aghdas K, Talat K, Sepideh B. Effect of immediate and continuous mother-infant skin-to-skin contact on breastfeeding self-efficacy of primiparous women: A randomized control trial. Women and Birth 2014;27:37-40.

Shiraishi M, Matsuzaki M, Tsunematsu R, Watanabe S, Kobayashi R, Haruna M. Effects of individual dietary intervention on nutrient intake in postpartum Japanese Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial. Nutrients 2021;13:3272.

Kang JS, Choi SY, Ryu EJ. Effects of a breastfeeding empowerment programme on Korean breastfeeding mothers: A quasi-experimental study. Int J Nurs Stud 2008;45:14-23.

Franco‐Antonio C, Santano‐Mogena E, Sánchez‐García P, Chimento‐Díaz S, Cordovilla‐Guardia S. Effect of a brief motivational intervention in the immediate postpartum period on breastfeeding self-efficacy: Randomized controlled trial. Res Nurs Health 2021;44:295-307.

Milinco M, Travan L, Cattaneo A, Knowles A, Sola MV, Causin E, et al. Effectiveness of biological nurturing on early breastfeeding problems: A randomized controlled trial. Int Breastfeed J 2020;15:21.

Saejueng K, Nopsopon T, Wuttikonsammakit P, Khumbun W, Pongpirul K. Efficacy of Wang Nam Yen herbal tea on human milk production: A randomized controlled trial. PLoS One 2022;17:e0247637.

Sroiwatana S, Puapornpong P. Outcomes of video-assisted teaching for latching in postpartum women: A randomized controlled trial. Breastfeed Med 2018;13:366-70.

Paritakul P, Ruangrongmorakot K, Laosooksathit W, Suksamarnwong M, Puapornpong P. The effect of ginger on breast milk volume in the early postpartum period: A randomized, double-blind controlled trial. Breastfeed Med 2016;11:361-5.

Çankaya S, Ratwisch G. The effect of reflexology on lactation and postpartum comfort in caesarean-delivery primiparous mothers: A randomized controlled study. Int J Nurs Pract 2020;26:e12824.

Yilmaz F, Küçükoğlu S, Aytekin Özdemir A, Oğul T, Aşki N. The effect of kangaroo mother care, provided in the early postpartum period, on the breastfeeding self-efficacy level of mothers and the perceived insufficient milk supply. J Perinat Neonatal Nurs 2020;34:80-7.

Varişoğlu Y, Güngör Satilmiş I. The effects of listening to music on breast milk production by mothers of premature newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit: A randomized controlled study. Breastfeed Med 2020;15:465-70.

Dib S, Wells JC, Fewtrell M. Mother and late Preterm Lactation Study (MAPLeS): A randomized ontrolled trial testing the use of a breastfeeding meditation by mothers of late preterm infants on maternal psychological state, breast milk composition and volume, and infant behaviour and growth. Trials 2020;21:1-11.

Ingram J, Taylor H, Churchill C, Pike A, Greenwood R. Metoclopramide or domperidone for increasing maternal breast milk output: A randomised controlled trial. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed 2012;97:F241-5.

Albert J, Heinrichs-Breen J. An evaluation of a breastfeeding privacy sign to prevent interruptions and promote successful breastfeeding. J Obstet Gynecol Neonatal Nurs 2011;40:274-80.


Refbacks

  • There are currently no refbacks.