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Zuhdy N, Noviani J, Gumilang L, Adnani Q, Susiarno H, Abiola A V. Is It Feasible to Increase the Number of Breastfed Infants? A Literature Review on Midwives' Support in Breastfeeding. JCCNC 2026; 12 (2) :2-2
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Nabila Zuhdy *1 
, Josi Noviani2 , Lani Gumilang3 , Qorinah Adnani3 , Hadi Susiarno4 , Adepoju Victor Abiola5
, Josi Noviani2 , Lani Gumilang3 , Qorinah Adnani3 , Hadi Susiarno4 , Adepoju Victor Abiola5
1- Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia , nabila24011@mail.unpad.ac.id
2- Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
3- Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia and Midwifery Working Group, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
4- Department of Obstetric and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
5- Department of HIV and Infectious Diseases, Jhpiego (an Affiliate of John Hopkins University), Abuja, Nigeria
2- Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
3- Department of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia and Midwifery Working Group, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
4- Department of Obstetric and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Universitas Padjadjaran, Bandung, West Java, Indonesia
5- Department of HIV and Infectious Diseases, Jhpiego (an Affiliate of John Hopkins University), Abuja, Nigeria
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Background: Exclusive breastfeeding has advantages for both babies and mothers; nevertheless, its global rates fall short of guidelines due to obstacles such as discomfort, insufficient milk production, and societal pressures. Midwives are crucial in providing knowledge and support to enhance breastfeeding success. This review provides a review of writings on the role of midwives in providing breastfeeding support and its effect on success rates.
Methods: A literature review was performed utilizing pertinent keywords on research published from 2020 to 2025 in PubMed, Science Direct, and Cochrane library databases. The inclusion requirements mandated free full-text and peer-reviewed articles in English. Thematic analysis revealed key insights regarding midwifery support.
Results: A total of 1,250 articles were found, of which six studies met the required criteria, demonstrating that midwife-led counselling enhanced maternal self-efficacy, commitment, and breastfeeding length. Positive support of midwives improved breastfeeding behaviors. The Midwifery Continuity of Care (MCoC) paradigm enhanced exclusive breastfeeding rates and duration. Educational interventions positively impacted breastfeeding outcomes.
Conclusions: Midwifery guidance on breastfeeding boosts mothers' confidence, strengthens their commitment to breastfeeding, and increases their breastfeeding skills. The support received from midwives can improve breastfeeding practices. Moreover, Midwifery Continuity of Care (MCoC) enhances the probability of exclusive breastfeeding and prolongs the length of breastfeeding. Midwives' education on breastfeeding and employing diverse strategies, improves long-term commitment to breastfeeding. This indicates that an increased number of infants can be nursed with the assistance, knowledge, and ongoing care offered by midwives.
Methods: A literature review was performed utilizing pertinent keywords on research published from 2020 to 2025 in PubMed, Science Direct, and Cochrane library databases. The inclusion requirements mandated free full-text and peer-reviewed articles in English. Thematic analysis revealed key insights regarding midwifery support.
Results: A total of 1,250 articles were found, of which six studies met the required criteria, demonstrating that midwife-led counselling enhanced maternal self-efficacy, commitment, and breastfeeding length. Positive support of midwives improved breastfeeding behaviors. The Midwifery Continuity of Care (MCoC) paradigm enhanced exclusive breastfeeding rates and duration. Educational interventions positively impacted breastfeeding outcomes.
Conclusions: Midwifery guidance on breastfeeding boosts mothers' confidence, strengthens their commitment to breastfeeding, and increases their breastfeeding skills. The support received from midwives can improve breastfeeding practices. Moreover, Midwifery Continuity of Care (MCoC) enhances the probability of exclusive breastfeeding and prolongs the length of breastfeeding. Midwives' education on breastfeeding and employing diverse strategies, improves long-term commitment to breastfeeding. This indicates that an increased number of infants can be nursed with the assistance, knowledge, and ongoing care offered by midwives.
Type of Study: Review Article |
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Received: 2025/05/1 | Accepted: 2026/04/21 | Published: 2026/04/21
Received: 2025/05/1 | Accepted: 2026/04/21 | Published: 2026/04/21
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