Knowledge and Health Beliefs of GDM associated with Breastfeeding Intention among Pregnant Women in Bangladesh
Abstract
PURPOSE
This study aimed to investigate the knowledge of gestational diabetes mellitus and the health beliefs about gestational diabetes mellitus management, and to investigate the effects of these factors on breastfeeding intention in Bangladesh.
METHODS
This study involved a cross-sectional survey of 358 healthy pregnant women who visited antenatal clinics in Bangladesh.
RESULTS
Perceived susceptibility, perceived benefit, and self-efficacy were identified as significant factors for breastfeeding intention (p < 0.05). Participants had a poor understanding and a lack of knowledge of gestational diabetes mellitus, which can lead to inadequate health behavior. Health beliefs were significantly associated with participants' breastfeeding intention related to gestational diabetes mellitus.
CONCLUSION
Antenatal education for breastfeeding in gestational diabetes mellitus mothers should focus on providing accurate information on gestational diabetes mellitus and strengthening their health beliefs such as self-efficacy within the context of the mothers' culture.
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