The Effect of Education on the Importance of Exclusive Breastfeeding on Attitudes Towards Breastfeeding

Exclusive breastfeeding during the first six months of life is an effective public health intervention that contributes significantly to improving the health of both infants and mothers. Despite its well-documented benefits, the practice of exclusive breastfeeding still encounters various challenges, one of which is related to mothers’ attitudes toward breastfeeding. Health education is considered a key strategy in shaping positive maternal attitudes, which are essential for behavioral change. This study aims to analyze the effect of education on the importance of exclusive breastfeeding on mothers’ attitudes. The study employed a quasi-experimental design with a pretest–posttest one-group approach. The sample consisted of 30 mothers with infants aged 0–6 months, selected using a consecutive sampling technique. Attitudes were measured before and after the educational intervention using a Likert scale-based questionnaire. Data analysis included univariate and bivariate methods, with Fisher’s Exact Test at a significance level of 0.05. The results showed an increase in positive attitudes from 23.3% before education to 80.0% after. However, the statistical test indicated no significant relationship (p = 0.170). Nevertheless, education demonstrated potential in promoting positive attitude changes and remains important for continuous implementation.