Video-Based Peer Support and Exclusive Breastfeeding and Maternal Self-Efficacy: A Randomized Clinical Trial - Takeaways - MDSpire

Video-Based Peer Support and Exclusive Breastfeeding and Maternal Self-Efficacy: A Randomized Clinical Trial

  • By

  • Kris Yuet Wan Lok

  • Caroline Hoi Lam Ip

  • Ying Dai

  • Yuen Fan Chan

  • Martha Sin Lam Choi

  • Christine Lam

  • Sze Ki Wong

  • Lai Fong Ho

  • Pui Hing Chau

  • Yan-Shing Chang

  • Debra Bick

  • May 27, 2026

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    Exclusive breastfeeding is recommended for the first 6 months, but global rates remain low due to challenges in maternal self-efficacy.

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    Peer support, especially through video calls, can enhance maternal self-efficacy and improve exclusive breastfeeding outcomes.

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    This study conducted a randomized clinical trial to evaluate the effectiveness of video call peer support for first-time mothers.

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    Participants received structured peer support sessions focused on problem-solving and confidence reinforcement during critical postpartum periods.

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    The trial aimed to address the evidence gap regarding video-based peer support's impact on breastfeeding and maternal confidence.

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Video-Based Peer Support and Exclusive Breastfeeding and Maternal Self-Efficacy: A Randomized Clinical Trial

  • by Kris Yuet Wan Lok, Caroline Hoi Lam Ip, Ying Dai, Yuen Fan Chan, Martha Sin Lam Choi, Christine Lam, Sze Ki Wong, Lai Fong Ho, Pui Hing Chau, Yan-Shing Chang, Debra Bick

  • May 27, 2026

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