Effect of midwife-led continuity of care combined with individualized breast management on postpartum recovery and lactation function in women undergoing cesarean section.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aim of this study was to investigate the effects of midwife-led continuity of care (MLCC) combined with individualized breast management on postoperative recovery, lactation function, and pelvic floor function in women undergoing cesarean section (CS).

Methods

This quasi-experimental before-after study included 120 women who underwent CS between December 2022 and December 2024. Participants were randomly assigned to a control group or an intervention group, with 60 women in each group. The control group received routine perioperative care and the intervention group received a combined model of MLCC and individualized breast management. Additionally, breastfeeding education was emphasized, and breast management strategies were tailored to each participant's brea

SUBMITTER: Cai H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12615375 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature