Enhancing Mothers' Knowledge to Relieve Minor Discomforts During the Postpartum Period

Alla Abd El-Salam, Abeer Dakhill; Abd El-Rahman, Aida Abd El-Razek; Ayoub, Gamila Gaber

doi:10.21608/menj.2025.463696

Enhancing Mothers' Knowledge to Relieve Minor Discomforts During the Postpartum Period

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

¹ Director of Male Nursing School in Shebin El-Kom, Menoufia Governorate

² Professor of Maternal and Newborn Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Menoufia University

³ Assistant Professor of Maternal and Newborn Health Nursing, Faculty of Nursing, Menoufia University

10.21608/menj.2025.463696

Abstract

Abstract: Background: The post-natal period is a crucial time for adaptation, during which minor discomforts can significantly impact a woman's life. These challenges can be effectively addressed through nursing education to improve women's knowledge and self-care practices. Enhancing mothers' knowledge to relieve minor discomforts during the postpartum period was the purpose of the study. Design: This quasi-experimental study design features one-group pre/post-tests and follow-ups. Setting: The study was conducted at the Obstetric Department of Shebin El-Kom Teaching Hospital. Sample: The sample consisted of 123 conveniently selected primiparous postpartum women who had normal deliveries. Instruments: An interview questionnaire was used, including the general characteristics of the study sample and women’s knowledge regarding self-care practices. Results: The study findings revealed that postpartum knowledge among mothers was very low before health education. However, receiving health education about self-care significantly increased their knowledge for relieving their minor discomforts during the postpartum period more than before. Conclusion: This study highlights the importance of health education for postpartum women, demonstrating its positive impact on their knowledge. Recommendations: Provide health education to postpartum mothers about common discomforts to increase women's understanding of the postpartum phase.

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