Research Article

The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea

Volume: 11 Number: 3 October 15, 2023
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The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea

Abstract

Aim: YouTube videos have become influential tools for maternal education, providing novel dimensions of empowerment in breastfeeding. However, concerns exist about the quality of information in these videos. This study aims to investigate the impact of expert-reviewed YouTube videos on maternal attitudes towards breastfeeding. Materials and Methods: The study included 42 mothers whose children sought pediatric care for diarrhea at a hospital. Participants watched three YouTube videos endorsed by pediatric specialist and filled the Iowa Infant Feeding Attitude Scale (IIFAS) questionnaire before and after watching the videos. Demographic data were recorded, and statistical analyses were conducted to assess changes in attitudes. The collected data were analyzed using SPSS Version 15.0 for Windows. Results: Of the 42 participants, 34 completed the study. Maternal education correlated with breastfeeding knowledge. Mothers with prior education had similar IIFAS scores before watching YouTube videos, suggesting the videos were beneficial for both educated and uneducated mothers. The number of children also influenced maternal knowledge about breastfeeding (p<0.05). Several IIFAS items showed significant attitude shifts following the YouTube video intervention. Notably, misconceptions about nutritional benefits, iron content, formula-feeding convenience, and breastfeeding in public were effectively addressed (p<0.05). Conclusion: This study underscores the potential of YouTube videos in maternal education, especially regarding breastfeeding. Expert-reviewed content enhances understanding and attitudes. While previous studies underscored breastfeeding's benefits, this study additionally emphasizes the role of maternal education. YouTube videos, when delivered by healthcare professionals, can substantially benefit breastfeeding mothers.

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Supporting Institution

This research received no specific grant from any funding agency in the public, commercial, or not-for-profit sectors.

Project Number

Project Number: HRU/23.16.15

Ethical Statement

The study protocol was approved by Harran University Clinical Research Ethics Board (Project Number: HRU/23.16.15), and written informed consent was obtained from all participants before their participation in the study.

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Details

Primary Language

English

Subjects

Infant and Child Health

Journal Section

Research Article

Publication Date

October 15, 2023

Submission Date

September 11, 2023

Acceptance Date

October 7, 2023

Published in Issue

Year 2023 Volume: 11 Number: 3

APA
Güneş, B. (2023). The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea. Pediatric Practice and Research, 11(3), 182-186. https://izlik.org/JA27RL45JW
AMA
1.Güneş B. The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea. pediatr pract res. 2023;11(3):182-186. https://izlik.org/JA27RL45JW
Chicago
Güneş, Bülent. 2023. “The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea”. Pediatric Practice and Research 11 (3): 182-86. https://izlik.org/JA27RL45JW.
EndNote
Güneş B (October 1, 2023) The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea. Pediatric Practice and Research 11 3 182–186.
IEEE
[1]B. Güneş, “The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea”, pediatr pract res, vol. 11, no. 3, pp. 182–186, Oct. 2023, [Online]. Available: https://izlik.org/JA27RL45JW
ISNAD
Güneş, Bülent. “The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea”. Pediatric Practice and Research 11/3 (October 1, 2023): 182-186. https://izlik.org/JA27RL45JW.
JAMA
1.Güneş B. The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea. pediatr pract res. 2023;11:182–186.
MLA
Güneş, Bülent. “The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea”. Pediatric Practice and Research, vol. 11, no. 3, Oct. 2023, pp. 182-6, https://izlik.org/JA27RL45JW.
Vancouver
1.Bülent Güneş. The Effect of YouTube Videos on Breastfeeding Education in Mothers of Babies With Diarrhea. pediatr pract res [Internet]. 2023 Oct. 1;11(3):182-6. Available from: https://izlik.org/JA27RL45JW