International Journal of Medical and Pharmaceutical Research
2025, Volume-6, Issue-1 doi: 10.5281/zenodo.12781792
Original Research Article
A Study to assess the effectiveness of a planned teaching program on knowledge and attitude regarding early skin-to-skin contact between mother and Baby on the promotion of immediate initiation of breastfeeding after Caesarean delivery among staff nurses working in maternity OT and labor room at New Civil Hospital, Surat
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Feb. 22, 2025
Abstract

Background: Early skin-to-skin contact (SSC) between mother and baby immediately after birth has been widely recognized for its benefits in promoting breastfeeding initiation, regulating neonatal body temperature, and enhancing maternal-infant bonding. However, in cases of cesarean delivery, the implementation of SSC is often delayed due to various medical and procedural challenges. This study aimed to assess the effectiveness of a planned teaching program on the knowledge and attitude of staff nurses regarding early SSC and its role in the promotion of immediate initiation of breastfeeding after cesarean delivery. Methods: A quasi-experimental pre-test and post-test design was used. A purposive sample of 100 nursing students from New Civil Hospital, Surat, was selected. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire and an attitude scale before and after the intervention. The planned teaching program consisted of lectures, demonstrations, discussions, and audiovisual aids. Data were analyzed using descriptive and inferential statistics. Results: The study revealed a significant improvement in knowledge and attitude scores among participants post-intervention. Pre-test results showed that only 20% of participants had good knowledge, while this increased to 93.33% post-intervention. Similarly, attitude scores showed a positive shift, with a significant increase in mean values. The paired t-test analysis confirmed the statistical significance of these improvements (p < 0.05). Conclusion: The study demonstrates that a structured educational intervention can effectively enhance the knowledge and attitudes of staff nurses regarding early SSC and immediate breastfeeding initiation after cesarean delivery. These findings emphasize the need for continuous training programs for nursing staff to improve neonatal and maternal outcomes in maternity care settings.

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