NCT06862661

Enhancing Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy in Filipino Mothers: Assessing the Impact of the LactApp m-Health Tool

• Status: Completed
• Phase: N/A
• Study type: Interventional
• Enrollment: 280 (actual)
• Sponsor: Angeles University Foundation · Academic / Other
• Sex: Female
• Age: 16 Years – 45 Years
• Healthy volunteers: Accepted

Summary

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of LactApp in improving breastfeeding self-efficacy among Filipino mothers.

Detailed description

Breastfeeding is crucial for maternal and child health, but Filipino mothers face significant challenges, worsened by the COVID-19 pandemic, which has limited access to traditional breastfeeding support. This study proposes evaluating the LactApp mobile application as a tool to enhance breastfeeding self-efficacy among Filipino mothers and improve nursing education. The study's objectives include assessing LactApp's effectiveness in boosting mothers' confidence in breastfeeding and identifying gaps in nursing students' breastfeeding education. A mixed-methods approach will be used, combining quantitative assessments (via the Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale-Short Form) and qualitative focus group discussions with mothers and nursing students. The study will also analyze user engagement and common breastfeeding queries to tailor educational content. Expected outcomes include empowering nursing students with better breastfeeding knowledge, improving maternal support, and integrating digital tools like LactApp into nursing curricula. Ultimately, the study aims to enhance breastfeeding outcomes for Filipino mothers and contribute to improved maternal and child health in the community.

Conditions

• Breastfeeding Education

Interventions

Type	Name	Description
OTHER	Daily Tips and Advice on the use of LactApp m-health tool throughout the breastfeeding journey.	A tool to track breastfeeding frequency, duration, and baby's weight and offers access to a community forum for peer support along with direct consultations with lactation experts.

Timeline

• Start date: 2024-09-25
• Primary completion: 2024-12-05
• Completion: 2024-12-15
• First posted: 2025-03-06
• Last updated: 2025-03-06

Locations

1 site across 1 country: Philippines