The Effect of WhatsApp-Based Education and Counseling on Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy, Body Satisfaction, Healthy Lifestyle Behaviors, and Weight Retention in Postpartum Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
NCT ID: NCT07185906
Last Updated: 2025-09-22
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Basic Information
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COMPLETED
NA
86 participants
INTERVENTIONAL
2025-01-01
2025-07-30
Brief Summary
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This randomized controlled trial aimed to evaluate the effect of WhatsApp-based education and counseling on breastfeeding self-efficacy, body satisfaction, healthy lifestyle behaviors, and weight retention in postpartum women. The study was conducted between January and March 2025 at four Family Health Centers in Siirt, Turkey. A total of 120 postpartum women were randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups. The intervention group received an 11-week WhatsApp-based education program, including short videos and counseling sessions prepared under the guidance of the Health Promotion Model. Data were collected at baseline, 3 months, and 6 months using validated instruments: the Postnatal Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale, the Body Satisfaction Scale, and the Health-Promoting Lifestyle Profile II. The primary outcomes were breastfeeding self-efficacy and body satisfaction, while secondary outcomes included healthy lifestyle behaviors and postpartum weight retention. The findings are expected to provide evidence for the effectiveness of mobile health interventions in improving maternal health outcomes during the postpartum period.
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Detailed Description
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Conditions
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Study Design
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RANDOMIZED
PARALLEL
HEALTH_SERVICES_RESEARCH
NONE
Study Groups
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Experimental: WhatsApp-based Education and Counseling
Participants receive an 8-week WhatsApp-based education and counseling program in addition to routine postpartum care. The intervention includes short educational videos, weekly messages, and feedback provided through WhatsApp. Content covers breastfeeding techniques, recognition of infant hunger cues, milk expression and storage, management of common breastfeeding problems, healthy nutrition, body satisfaction, and postpartum weight management.
education
WhatsApp-based training was provided
Control Group
Participants receive routine postpartum care provided by Family Health Centers. They do not receive any structured WhatsApp-based education or counseling.
No interventions assigned to this group
Interventions
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education
WhatsApp-based training was provided
Eligibility Criteria
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Inclusion Criteria
* Aged 18-49 years
* Able to read and understand Turkish
* Owning a smartphone with internet access and WhatsApp installed
* Willing to participate in the study and provide informed consent
Exclusion Criteria
* Infants with conditions that prevent breastfeeding (e.g., congenital anomalies affecting sucking or swallowing)
* Women with severe psychiatric disorders or cognitive impairments that may interfere with participation
* Women who do not agree to participate or withdraw consent during the study
18 Years
49 Years
FEMALE
No
Sponsors
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Inonu University
OTHER
Responsible Party
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FİGEN BİLGİN
PhD Candidate in Women's Health and Diseases Nursing
Locations
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): Inonu University, Faculty of Health Sciences
Siirt, Siirt, Turkey (Türkiye)
Countries
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Related Info
Other Identifiers
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IU-SBE-FB-01
Identifier Type: -
Identifier Source: org_study_id
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