Greek Validation of the Questionnaire “Prenatal Breast-Feeding Self Efficacy” Scale
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.47363/JPRRR/2024(6)163Keywords:
Prenatal Breast-Feeding, Self-Efficacy Prenatally, Childbirth, GreeceAbstract
Background: Empowerment and support for maternal breastfeeding self-efficacy are a worldwide effort. Mothers who demonstrate high levels of self-efficacy are more likely to maintain and succeed in exclusive breastfeeding. There is research evidence that the Prenatal Breast-feeding Self-Efficacy Scale (PBSES) is a reliable and valid tool for evaluating breastfeeding self-efficacy before delivery.
Research Aim(S)/Question(S): The aim of this study was to translate and validate the Prenatal Breastfeeding Self Efficacy scale (PBSES) into the Greek Language. Screening tools like the PBSES scale facilitate the development of individualized strategies to support breastfeeding.
Methods: The Prenatal Breastfeeding Self Efficacy Scale constructed by Wells et al (2006) consists of 20 items that assess the ability of pregnant women to breastfeed. The present study included 156 primiparous pregnant women who intended to give birth at the same maternity perinatal hospital in Athens with no prior experience of breastfeeding.
Results: The reliability of the questionnaire Prenatal Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy was detected by 70% of all the questions. The internal consistency of all items of the questionnaire was assessed overall with a Cronbach’s an index of 0.83 while the questions were grouped into 4 factors, as in the original.
Conclusions: The PBSES proved to be a useful tool that can be implemented in Greek and can successfully identify mothers with low self-efficacy prenatally
