Date of Award
2025
Document Type
Project
College/School
College of Nursing
Degree Name
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP)
Project Mentor
Lisa Abel
Abstract
High-risk pregnancies often face unique challenges when it comes to breastfeeding, yet few antenatal interventions specifically target this population. This quality improvement project aimed to improve breastfeeding knowledge, confidence, and attitudes among high-risk pregnant individuals through a brief educational intervention. Ten participants between 33 and 36 weeks gestation with diagnoses including GDM, gestational hypertension, multiple gestations and IVF pregnancies were recruited from an outpatient maternal-fetal medicine clinic. A printed educational brochure and a brief in-person teaching session were provided. Participants completed pre- and post-intervention surveys assessing their knowledge, perceived support, and attitudes toward breastfeeding. Post-intervention survey responses revealed statistically significant improvements across all three domains: knowledge, support, and beliefs (p < 0.05). All participants reported increased confidence in initiating and sustaining breastfeeding. A short, targeted antenatal education session can significantly enhance breastfeeding preparedness among high-risk populations Integrating breastfeeding education into prenatal care for high-risk populations may contribute to improved breastfeeding initiation and duration rates.
Recommended Citation
Saeday, Lina, "Antenatal Interventions To Improve Breastfeeding in High-Risk Pregnancies: An Outpatient Clinic Perspective." (2025). Doctor of Nursing Practice Projects. 140.
https://scholarworks.seattleu.edu/dnp-projects/140