Digital Storytelling and Breastfeeding Education

Evaluatıon of the Effect of Breastfeedıng Educatıon Delıvered Usıng Dıgıtal Storytellıng Methods on Mothers' Breastfeedıng Success and Breastfeedıng Self-effıcacy

The aim of this study was to evaluate the effect of breastfeeding education provided using the digital storytelling method on mothers' breastfeeding self-efficacy and breastfeeding success. The study was conducted using a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest control group design. A total of 216 postpartum women participated in the study, including 108 women in the intervention group and 108 women in the control group. The intervention group received breastfeeding education based on the digital storytelling method, while the control group received routine breastfeeding education provided in the hospital. Breastfeeding self-efficacy and breastfeeding success were evaluated after the intervention.

Breastfeeding is one of the most important factors affecting maternal and infant health. Educational interventions may improve breastfeeding outcomes by increasing mothers' confidence and knowledge regarding breastfeeding practices. Digital storytelling is an innovative educational approach that combines visual, audio, and narrative elements to improve learning experiences.

This study was conducted to evaluate the effectiveness of digital storytelling-based breastfeeding education on breastfeeding self-efficacy and breastfeeding success among postpartum women. The study was carried out between September 2024 and December 2025 in the postpartum unit of Etlik City Hospital. Participants were assigned to either an intervention group receiving digital storytelling-based breastfeeding education or a control group receiving standard breastfeeding education.

Data were collected using a Demographic Information Form, the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form, and the Bristol Breastfeeding Assessment Tool. The findings of the study are expected to contribute to the development of innovative breastfeeding education strategies and support evidence-based maternal health practices.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Women aged 18 years and older
• Postpartum women
• Able to communicate in Turkish
• Literate
• Healthy mother and healthy newborn
• Voluntarily agreed to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

• Refusal to participate in the study
• Mothers with conditions preventing breastfeeding
• Mothers with severe maternal or neonatal complications
• Communication problems preventing participation