Association of Family Support and Breastfeeding Self Efficacy with Exclusive Breastfeeding Practice Among Lactating Mothers in The Working Area of Gunung Tinggi Health Center
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https://doi.org/10.51556/ejpazih.v14i2.506Keywords:
exclusive breastfeeding, breastfeeding self-efficacy, family support, Gunung Tinggi Health CenterAbstract
Background: Exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life is one of the most effective public health interventions to reduce infant mortality. However, its coverage in the working area of Gunung Tinggi Health Center remains below the national target(80%), as many mothers face barriers such as limited family support and low self-efficacy in breastfeeding. Objectives: This study aimed to examine the association between family support and breastfeeding self-efficacy (BSE) with exclusive breastfeeding practices among lactating mothers. Methods: An analytical observational study with a cross-sectional design was conducted from June to August 2025 involving 78 mothers with infants aged 6–11 months, selected using multistage sampling. Family support was assessed using a 20-item questionnaire covering informational, emotional, instrumental, and appraisal aspects, while BSE was measured using the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale–Short Form. Data were analyzed using univariate and bivariate analyses, and associations were tested with the Chi-square test. Results: About 67.9% of mothers received good family support, and 51.3% had low BSE levels. The proportion of exclusive breastfeeding was 62.8%. Significant associations were found between family support and BSE (p=0.023;PR=1.735, 95%CI: 1.160-2.594), family support and exclusive breastfeeding (p=0.009; PR=2.271, 95%CI: 1.308-3.944), and BSE and exclusive breastfeeding (p=0.002; PR=2.986, 95%CI: 1.445-6.167). Conclusions: The findings highlight that family support plays a crucial role in enhancing maternal BSE, which in turn contributes to the success of exclusive breastfeeding. Health centers are encouraged to implement family-based education programs involving husbands and parents to strengthen maternal confidence and improve exclusive breastfeeding coverage.
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