The Effect of a Solution-FocusedApproach on Breastfeeding Self-efficacy:

A RandomizedControlledStudy It is a single-blind, randomized controlled study with a pre-test post-test design.

In this study, it is aimed to increase the psychosocial health levels of mothers in the postpartum period and to eliminate their concerns about breastfeeding and infant feeding, with a solution-oriented approach planned to be applied to mothers with low breastfeeding self-efficacy. In addition, it is thought that the results of the research will make an important contribution to the national literature.

Question 1: Is a solution-oriented approach effective in increasing mothers' breastfeeding self-efficacy?

Solution-Focused Approach (COS) is a therapeutic counseling method developed by Steve de Shazer and Insoo Kim Berg et al. in the mid-1970s. This postmodern approach method focuses on the solution itself rather than going to the root of the problems, revealing the individual's past achievements and positive experiences. aims to remove.

One of the most important advantages of the Solution-Oriented Approach is that it is effective in a short time. Studies have shown that CFS can achieve the desired results between 6 and 10 sessions. It is important that the sessions and techniques of the Solution-Oriented Approach are used in harmony and that the sessions are structured. Particular attention is paid to the first session as it initiates the change and contributes to the process. In Solution-Oriented Approach, sessions are conducted as "first session" and "second and other sessions".

In this study, it is aimed to increase the psychosocial health levels of mothers in the postpartum period and to eliminate their concerns about breastfeeding and infant feeding, with a solution-oriented approach planned to be applied to mothers with low breastfeeding self-efficacy. In addition, it is thought that the results of the research will make an important contribution to the national literature

Inclusion Criteria:

• Over 18 years old, literate,
• Can speak Turkish,
• Primiparous and at term and healthy delivery (38-42 weeks, 2500-4000g born, 5th minute APGAR score of 7 and above, no known congenital disease),
• Women who do not have a chronic disease that prevents breastfeeding in their baby or in themselves
• Does not have a systemic disease,
• Those who have never received a planned breastfeeding training before,
• Having a healthy pregnancy,
• Planning to breastfeed,
• Women who have internet access, devices with internet usage (smartphone, computer, tablet, etc.), who have Zoom and Google Meet video conferencing applications on these devices.
• Women who can be reached within one week at the latest after giving birth

Exclusion Criteria:

• Women who do not want to breastfeed
• Women who have a disability to breastfeed
• Expressing that they cannot continue to work until the end,
• Women who did not participate and did not answer the post-test of the questionnaires.

After the research results are analyzed and published, access can be made.

10.08.2023-10.08.2024

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