Development and validation of a novel self-assessment tool for breastfeeding mothers.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Difficulties with breastfeeding can lead to early breastfeeding cessation. Empowering mothers through self-assessment and education of breastfeeding skills can help support them. We aimed to develop and validate a tool for self-screening and education on breastfeeding skills.

Methods

A six-item tool was developed through literature review and expert interviews, covering domains of breastfeeding position, nipple shape, breast engorgement, infant latch, swallowing and intake. Eight experts assessed the tool's relevance, clarity, simplicity and ambiguity. Scores were used to determine item-level content validity index (I-CVI) and scale-level content validity index (S-CVI). Items with values ≤ 0.83 (best possible score = 1.00) were revised. Following revision, a conve

SUBMITTER: Ong C 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11969842 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Apr

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature