The relationship between breastfeeding self‐efficacy and <scp>LATCH</scp> scores and affecting factors

Gerçek, Emine; Karabudak, Seher Sarıkaya; Çelik, Nigar; Saruhan, Aynur

doi:10.1111/jocn.13423

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“…Evidence suggests that women with a higher sense of BFSE have higher rates of breastfeeding initiation, longer durations of any breastfeeding, and longer durations of exclusive breastfeeding, as compared to women who report a lower sense of BFSE (Table 3) (Gercek et al, 2017; Henshaw et al, 2015; Karall et al, 2015). Additionally, two qualitative studies that examined mothers’ decisions to breastfeed identified self-efficacy as an important theme (Barbosa et al, 2017; Furman et al, 2013).…”

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“…Mothers who reported a higher sense of BFSE had higher rates of breastfeeding initiation and a longer duration of any breastfeeding including exclusive breastfeeding (Gercek et al, 2017; Henshaw et al, 2015; Karall et al, 2015). The association of self-efficacy with breastfeeding was also supported by studies describing how interventions that increase a mother’s sense of BFSE are successful at increasing the duration and exclusivity of breastfeeding (Abbass-Dick et al, 2017; Liu et al, 2017).…”

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Self-efficacy, infant feeding practices, and infant weight gain: An integrative review

Bahorski

Childs

Loan

et al. 2018

J Child Health Care

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It has been suggested that self-efficacy specific to parenting or feeding may influence the decisions parents make regarding infant feeding; however, a review of this topic has not been conducted. The purpose of this integrative review is to synthesize the literature regarding the potential role of self-efficacy in infant feeding practices or infant weight gain. A total of 40 articles were used to guide this review, which were classified into three categories examining an association with self-efficacy (1) breastfeeding; (2) infant feeding practices such as parental feeding style and dietary quality; and (3) infant weight gain. Evidence regarding breastfeeding self-efficacy (BFSE) and breastfeeding is extensive; mothers with a higher sense of BFSE more often initiate breastfeeding and breastfeed for longer durations. The evidence regarding self-efficacy and the association with infant feeding practices other than breastfeeding is sparse. However, several studies report that mothers who have a higher sense of self-efficacy are more likely to follow infant feeding practices which align with recommendations. The authors have speculated an association between self-efficacy and infant weight gain; yet, to date, no study has found a significant association. More research is needed on the topic, particularly in diverse populations and with fathers and mothers.

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Self-efficacy, infant feeding practices, and infant weight gain: An integrative review

Bahorski

Childs

Loan

et al. 2018

J Child Health Care

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“…In addition to this, Gercek et al, and Sowjanya et al, tried to study the correlation of the LATCH score and BSES-SF scale. 4,7 Gercek et al, found a weak positive correlation but Sowjanya et al, found a strong positive correlation between the two and thus concluded that LATCH score and BSES-SF can be used as assessment tools at delivery in all hospitals to assist in identifying and targeting mothers at risk of early weaning in order to improve the breast feeding duration as well as confidence in the mothers as they are simple, reliable and cost effective. Whereas, in this study, author haven't utilized any other assessment tool apart from LATCH scoring.…”

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A study on role of LATCH scoring in duration of exclusive breastfeeding in a rural tertiary care hospital, Puducherry: a prospective study

Karthika

Mathivanan

Maheswari

et al. 2019

Int J Contemp Pediatr

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Background: Exclusive Breastfeeding (EBF) for 6 months is the optimal way of feeding infants. NFHS4 data shows 45.5% of children were exclusively breastfed at 6 months in Puducherry. The Global Nutrition Targets 2025 aims at increasing EBF rates in first 6 months up to at least 50%. The main objective is to find areas of needed intervention using LATCH scoring and to find factors responsible for fall in rates of EBF.Methods: A prospective study was conducted between November 2017 and April 2019 (1½years). Mothers were educated about breastfeeding. LATCH score assessed at 8 and 48 hours of life. At 48hours, score >8 indicates there is a high chance for EBF for next 6 months and score <8 indicates, mother is having difficulty in feeding and are intervened at this point. Data about EBF and reason for early weaning at 6 weeks and 6 months collected.Results: LATCH score at 8 hours was >8 in infants delivered via NVD: 50% as against 9.6% in babies delivered via LSCS. At 48 hours LATCH score improved in both groups: 60.8% in babies delivered via NVD, 38.3% in babies delivered via LSCS. Compared to Primi-mothers, infants born to multigravida mothers had higher scores at 48 hours: 62.2% as against 31.1%. 84% were EBF at 6 weeks. 51% were EBF at 6 months. When mothers with LATCH score <8 at 48 hours were intervened, EBF rate at 6 weeks improved. Most common reason for early weaning at 6 weeks was maternal problems: 6.6% and at 6 months- due to influence of relatives: 27%.Conclusions: LATCH score helps in predicting breastfeeding duration as early as 48 hours of life. Low scores indicate, it requires intervention and identifies the areas of needed intervention. Counselling regarding EBF must include not only mothers but also relatives.

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“…(23) Another recent study comparing LATCH with a known self-efficacy instrument -short version (BSES-SF) demonstrated a positive correlation between instruments in postpartum women. (24) Therefore, the relevance of the present study is being the first to perform the scale cultural adaptation in South America, which will impact positively on its use by the Brazilian population given its benefits, mainly in relation to its practicality. This was confirmed during the LATCH scale application in clinical practice by nurses of this study.…”

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Validação para língua portuguesa do instrumento de avaliação do aleitamento materno LATCH

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Objective: To translate into Portuguese and validate the LATCH breastfeeding assessment scale. Methods: This was a methodological study through translation and validation of the instrument. The following steps were followed: translation, back-translation, committee of judges, pre-test and validation. The validation process includes the analysis of 160 women in breastfeeding in the first postpartum days during hospitalization. Results:The results indicate that the LATCH instrument translated into Portuguese can be used by nurses for breastfeeding assessment, enabling the early detection of possible problems presented by the mother-baby binomial during breastfeeding. Conclusion: The study fulfilled the objective of adapting the LATCH breastfeeding assessment instrument to the Portuguese language and verifying its psychometric properties. The LATCH instrument validity measures what it was designed to do and is applicable in clinical practice. ResumoObjetivo: Traduzir para a língua portuguesa e validar a escala de avaliação da amamentação LATCH. Métodos: Tratou-se de um estudo do tipo metodológico, por meio da tradução e validação de instrumento. Seguiu-se as etapas estabelecidas: tradução, back-translation, comitê de juízes, pré-teste e validação. O processo de validação inclui a análise de 160 mamadas de mulheres nos primeiros dias pós-parto, durante a internação hospitalar. Resultados: Os resultados obtidos indicam que o instrumento LATCH traduzido para o português pode ser utilizado na avaliação do aleitamento materno pelo profissional enfermeiro, possibilitando a detecção precoce de possíveis problemas apresentados pelo binômio mãe-bebê durante a amamentação. Conclusão: O estudo cumpriu o objetivo de adaptar para a língua portuguesa e verificar as propriedades psicométricas do instrumento de avaliação de aleitamento materno LATCH. A validade do instrumento LATCH mede o que foi concebido para medir, sendo ele aplicável na prática clínica.

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The relationship between breastfeeding self‐efficacy and LATCH scores and affecting factors

Abstract: It is of great importance that midwives and obstetric nurses routinely evaluate breastfeeding self-efficacy and the capability of breastfeeding for early detection of problems related to breastfeeding.

Cited by 46 publications

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Self-efficacy, infant feeding practices, and infant weight gain: An integrative review

Self-efficacy, infant feeding practices, and infant weight gain: An integrative review

A study on role of LATCH scoring in duration of exclusive breastfeeding in a rural tertiary care hospital, Puducherry: a prospective study

Validação para língua portuguesa do instrumento de avaliação do aleitamento materno LATCH

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