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Jurnal Kebidanan Midwiferia
ISSN : 25482246     EISSN : 25482246     DOI : https://doi.org/10.21070/mid
Core Subject : Health,
Focus To facilitate scholars researchers and lecturers to publish articles on midwifery Scope Midwiferia publishes research articles in the field of midwifery with the following Midwifery Maternal and child health Infants and toddlers Womens reproductive health
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The Effect of Lactation Counseling on Mothers' Breastfeeding Ability with the LATCH Method Approach Purnamasari, Kurniati Devi; Suminar, Ratna; Laksmidara, Adinda; Maharanie, Stephanie Putri; Patimah, Auliya Nur Hajah
Jurnal Kebidanan Midwiferia Vol. 11 No. 2 (2025): Oktober
Publisher : Universitas Muhammadiyah Sidoarjo

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.21070/midwiferia.v11i2.1746

Abstract

Background: Breastfeeding success is influenced by a mother's breastfeeding skills. The LATCH score is an instrument used to objectively assess breastfeeding skills. However, many postpartum mothers still experience difficulties breastfeeding due to a lack of understanding of correct breastfeeding techniques. Counseling on breastfeeding techniques is an effort that can improve postpartum mothers' ability to breastfeed optimally. Objective: To determine the effectiveness of breastfeeding technique counseling on postpartum mothers' breastfeeding skills based on the LATCH score. Methods: This study used a quasi-experimental design with a pretest-posttest control group approach. The sample consisted of postpartum mothers who met the inclusion criteria (n =50), divided into an intervention group and a control group. The intervention group received breastfeeding technique counseling for 4 sessions, while the control group received standard care. The breastfeeding skills instrument used the LATCH observation sheet. Data analysis was performed using paired t-tests and independent t-tests. Results: The average LATCH score in the intervention group increased significantly after counseling (p < 0.05), while the control group showed no significant change. There was a significant difference in LATCH scores between the intervention and control groups after treatment. Conclusion: Breastfeeding technique counseling effectively improved postpartum mothers' breastfeeding skills, as measured by LATCH scores.