Influencing breastfeeding success

Abstract

Results of a study to evaluate factors that influence breastfeeding success, including teaching and nursing support, are reported. A slide-tape presentation was made to one group (experimental); the presentation plus nursing support was given to a second group (experimental); and a third group (control) received only routine hospital care. All subjects were then interviewed at 6 weeks postpartum. Of the control and first experimental groups, 50% were successful. Success increased to 80% in the second experimental group. The nursing support approach used with the second experimental group is described in detail in the latter half of the article.