NCT07025265 The Effect of Antenatal Education Based on the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Theory and Postpartum Follow-Up Counseling on Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy and Attitudes in Adolescent Pregnant Women
| NCT ID | NCT07025265 |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Phase | — |
| Sponsor | Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi |
| Condition | Adolescent Pregnancy |
| Study Type | INTERVENTIONAL |
| Enrollment | 90 participants |
| Start Date | 2025-02-21 |
| Primary Completion | 2025-08-01 |
Eligibility & Interventions
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This trial targets 90 participants in total. It began in 2025-02-21 with a primary completion date of 2025-08-01.
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Brief Summary
Adolescence is the period between the ages of 10 and 19, during which individuals undergo physiological, biological, psychological, and social development, transitioning from childhood to adulthood. Pregnancies occurring during this period are defined as adolescent pregnancies. In developing countries, approximately 21 million adolescent pregnancies occur annually among individuals aged 15-19, resulting in around 12 million births. According to national demographic data, a certain percentage of adolescent women have already started childbearing. Pregnancies occurring during this stage, when physical and psychosocial development is still incomplete, bring various medical and social challenges. Adolescent pregnancies are associated with increased maternal and fetal mortality and morbidity risks and are classified as high-risk pregnancies. Therefore, adolescent mothers require close follow-up during both the antenatal and postpartum periods. However, studies indicate that adolescent mothers often fail to attend regular antenatal check-ups, receive inadequate education on breastfeeding, and consequently feel unprepared for motherhood. They tend to have low breastfeeding self-efficacy and develop negative attitudes toward breastfeeding. In the postpartum period, they also experience difficulties in initiating and maintaining breastfeeding. Research highlights the need for education and counseling for adolescent mothers during the antenatal and postpartum periods. Providing education on breastfeeding is particularly important for improving maternal and infant health outcomes. Current approaches to breastfeeding counseling involve face-to-face training provided by healthcare professionals in medical institutions, as well as various alternative methods such as home visits, online/web-based education portals, theory-based training, text messages, emails, and phone consultations. In breastfeeding counseling, it is essential to not only provide education but also ensure continuous follow-up. Monitoring the process is expected to increase adolescent mothers' breastfeeding self-efficacy, foster positive attitudes toward breastfeeding, and extend the duration of breastfeeding. This study aims to assess the effects of antenatal education based on the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Theory and postpartum follow-up counseling on adolescent mothers' breastfeeding attitudes and self-efficacy. By enhancing their breastfeeding self-efficacy and attitudes, this study is expected to contribute to resolving challenges related to early initiation and continuation of breastfeeding in the postpartum period.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Adolescent pregnant individuals (ages 14-19) * Singleton pregnancy * Gestational age of at least 28 weeks at enrollment * Planning to breastfeed postpartum * Willing to participate in antenatal education and postpartum follow-up counseling * Able to provide informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * Multiple pregnancy (twins, triplets, etc.) * Maternal or fetal conditions contraindicating breastfeeding (e.g., galactosemia) * Severe maternal complications (e.g., preeclampsia with severe features, placenta previa with bleeding) * History of previous breastfeeding difficulties or conditions affecting lactation (e.g., breast surgery) * Psychiatric disorders that may interfere with participation * Inability to complete follow-ups due to planned relocation or other reasons
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who can join the NCT07025265 clinical trial?
This trial is open to female participants only, aged 15 Years or older, up to 19 Years, studying Adolescent Pregnancy. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria are listed in the Eligibility Criteria section. Always confirm your eligibility with the research team before applying.
Is NCT07025265 currently recruiting?
Yes, NCT07025265 is actively recruiting participants. Contact the research team at ozgenhnur6@gmail.com for enrollment information.
Where is the NCT07025265 trial being conducted?
This trial is being conducted at Sanliurfa, Turkey (Türkiye).
Who is sponsoring the NCT07025265 clinical trial?
NCT07025265 is sponsored by Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi. The trial plans to enroll 90 participants.