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The Relationship Between Oxytocin Massage in Mothers With Insufficient Milk Production in the Early Postpartum Period and Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy and Milk Let-down Reflex: A Randomized Controlled Study
Sponsor: Tokat Gaziosmanpasa University
Summary
This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of oxytocin massage on breastfeeding self-efficacy and the milk ejection reflex among mothers experiencing insufficient milk supply in the early postpartum period. Insufficient milk supply is a common issue often linked to maternal stress, which can inhibit oxytocin release and negatively impact the milk ejection reflex and the mother's confidence in breastfeeding. By applying oxytocin massage to the thoracic paravertebral region, this study seeks to stimulate oxytocin release non-pharmacologically. The primary objective is to determine whether this intervention improves physiological milk flow and enhances maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy compared to routine postpartum care.
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
128
Start Date
2026-05-12
Completion Date
2026-09-12
Last Updated
2026-05-27
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Oxytocin Massage
Oxytocin massage was applied to the mothers assigned to the experimental group as a non-pharmacological intervention. According to the standardized intervention protocol, a single session of oxytocin massage, lasting for 20 to 30 minutes in total, was performed on the thoracic and scapular regions of the back. The massage was administered by the researcher using rhythmic and circular movements focusing on the paravertebral area to stimulate afferent nerve pathways and promote endogenous oxytocin release. This aimed to facilitate the milk ejection reflex and support breastfeeding self-efficacy in the early postpartum period.
Locations (1)
Kahramanmaras Sutcu Imam University Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Delivery Room
Kahramanmaraş, Merkez, Turkey (Türkiye)