Journal of Environmental and Occupational Health Safety
Vol. 1 No. 1 (2025): February : Journal of Environmental and Occupational Health Safety

Factors Related to the Implementation of Oxytocin Massage on Breast Milk Production in Postpartum Mothers on Days 4–10 at Amuntai Selatan Health Center

Noor Laila (Institut Teknologi Sains dan Kesehatan RS dr. Soepraoen)
Reny Retnaningsih (Institut Teknologi Sains dan Kesehatan RS dr. Soepraoen)



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Publish Date
28 Feb 2025

Abstract

he problem of inconsistent breast milk supply frequently affects postpartum mothers and can impact the effectiveness of exclusive breastfeeding. Breast milk production and secretion are influenced by physiological and psychological factors, as well as family support during the postpartum period. Oxytocin massage is a complementary therapy that can enhance milk ejection by stimulating the milk ejection reflex and promoting relaxation. This study aimed to examine the factors associated with the use of oxytocin massage on breast milk production among postpartum mothers on days 4–10 at the Amuntai Selatan Health Center. An observational analytic study using a cross-sectional approach was conducted from February to May 2026. The sample consisted of 40 postpartum mothers selected through purposive sampling. The independent variables were age, knowledge, education level, occupation, spousal support, and number of children, while the dependent variable was the implementation of oxytocin massage on breast milk production. Data were analyzed using the Chi-square test with a significance level of p<0.05. The results showed significant associations between age, knowledge, education, spousal support, and number of children and the use of oxytocin massage (p<0.05), while occupation was not significantly associated (p>0.05). Spousal support was the primary influencing factor.

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jeohsafety

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The Journal of Environmental and Occupational Health Safety is a peer-reviewed academic journal dedicated to advancing research, knowledge, and practices in the fields of environmental health, occupational health, and safety. The journal provides a platform for multidisciplinary research on the ...