PENERAPAN EDUKASI TEKNIK MENYUSUI PADA IBU POST PARTUM DENGAN MASALAH KEPERAWATAN MENYUSUI TIDAK EFEKTIF

Abstract

Background: Post partum is a period when the lactation process is formed as a source of nutrition and a powerful defense against all forms of malnutrition in babies. One of the factors causing malnutrition in babies is low levels of exclusive breastfeeding. Low coverage is caused by breast milk production early in the breastfeeding period. Incorrect breastfeeding techniques will affect breast milk production and cause breast milk to not flow effectively from the mother's breast to the baby. Therefore, education on breastfeeding techniques is needed to increase breast milk production. Objective: This research is to determine the application of breastfeeding technique education to post partum mothers with ineffective breastfeeding problems. Methods: This type of research is a case study with research subjects consisting of 1 spontaneous primiparous post partum mother who experienced complaints of poor breast milk. Results : The implementation of breastfeeding technique education for post partum mothers with ineffective breastfeeding care can increase breast milk production as evidenced by the client reporting improved milk flow, increased confidence in breastfeeding, proper attachment of the baby to the breast, continuous sucking on the mother’s nipple, correct reastfeeding posture, and the baby appearing calm without crying. Conclusion: The application of educational innovation of breastfeeding techniques to postpartum mothers can overcome ineffective breastfeeding problems.