Effectiveness of Intervention Methods on Exclusive Breastfeeding among Antenatal and Postnatal Mothers: A Systematic Review

ABSTRACT

@#Introduction: The universal truth surrounding the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding has seldom been disputed. However, the success of exclusive breastfeeding has not been guaranteed despite the availability of numerous interventions. The objective of this study is to review the effectiveness of various breastfeeding promotion education delivery methods in promoting exclusive breastfeeding. Design: A systematic search of leading databases was conducted for scholarly peer-reviewed randomized trials published between January 2014 and May 2019. Data sources: Eight articles were identified as relevant, all were published in English and assessed exclusive breastfeeding. Review Methods: Articles were analyzed for overall quality of evidence using the PEDro Scale. Results: A significant increase in the duration of exclusive breastfeeding was found in seven of the eight studies, with three interventions using combination verbal and written delivery methods and four interventions delivered verbally. Conclusion: Verbal delivery method was the most effective method and many studies use combination method of verbal and written to achieve the objective of their studies.