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The Effect of Oxytocin Massage on the Smoothness of Breast Milk Production in Postpartum Mothers Sari, Ervina Maulia; Krismiyati, Murti; Putrianti, Berlina
Proceedings of the International Conference on Nursing and Health Sciences Vol 5 No 2 (2024): July-December 2024
Publisher : Global Health Science Group

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37287/picnhs.v5i2.5229

Abstract

The smoothness of breast milk production is a key factor in achieving exclusive breastfeeding in Indonesia. Unfortunately, some mothers experience insufficient milk supply. This is often due to a lack of stimulation of the hormones oxytocin and prolactin, which play crucial roles in breast milk production. As a result, alternative interventions such as oxytocin massage are necessary. Objective to determine the effect of oxytocin massage on the smooth production of breast milk in postpartum mothers Mrs. N at PMB Tutik Purwani. This research employed an observational case study methodology. Primary data was collected from Mrs. N, who received oxytocin massage at PMB Tutik Purwani. The results indicated a significant difference in breast milk production before and after the oxytocin massage intervention. Babies of the participants experienced a weight gain of 300 grams. Oxytocin massage has a positive impact on breast milk production in postpartum mothers, leading to increased weight gain in their infants.