Effect of a Self-Efficacy-Based Educational Intervention on Breastfeending in Primigravid Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial

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Conditions studied: Exclusive Breastfeeding, Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy, Pregnancy, Maternal Health Education

In brief

This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of a self-efficacy-based educational intervention on exclusive breastfeeding among primigravid women attending a primary care center in Mexico. Participants in the intervention group will receive four weekly educational sessions focused on breastfeeding knowledge, self-efficacy, problem-solving skills, and emotional support during the third trimester of pregnancy. The control group will receive standard prenatal care. Breastfeeding self-efficacy and exclusive breastfeeding rates will be evaluated during postpartum follow-up at 1 and 3 months after delivery.

Key facts

Study ID

NCT07593716

Run by

Instituto Mexicano del Seguro Social

People needed

160

Starts

2026-05-01

Expected to finish

2027-08-01

Last updated by the study team

2026-05-18

Who can join

Age: 18 and older, up to 45. Sex: female. Healthy volunteers: accepted.

You may qualify if…

• Pregnant women aged 18 years or older
• Primigravidae in the third trimester of pregnancy
• Receiving prenatal care at UMF No. 9, IMSS
• Ability to attend the educational sessions
• Willingness to participate and sign informed consent

You may not qualify if…

• High-risk pregnancy
• Medical conditions contraindicating breastfeeding
• Cognitive impairment or communication difficulties preventing participation
• Previous participation in breastfeeding educational programs
• Failure to complete follow-up evaluations

Where it is running

• Unidad de Medicina Familiar No. 9 — Acapulco de Juárez, Guerrero, Mexico

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