OXYTOCIN MASSAGE AND THE MARMET TECHNIQUE FOR MANAGING INEFFECTIVE BREASTFEEDING IN POSTPARTUM MOTHERS: A CASE STUDY IN PRIMARY CARE

Abstract

Ineffective breastfeeding is a common problem experienced by postpartum mothers due to suboptimal breast milk production and milk ejection, which may hinder the success of exclusive breastfeeding. Non-pharmacological interventions that can be implemented include Oxytocin Massage and the Marmet Technique. This study aimed to describe nursing care for postpartum mothers experiencing ineffective breastfeeding through the application of Oxytocin Massage and the Marmet Technique in Cipayung District.

This study employed a descriptive case study design using the nursing process approach, which included assessment, nursing diagnosis, intervention, implementation, and evaluation. The subjects consisted of two postpartum mothers diagnosed with ineffective breastfeeding. The interventions were implemented over five days, and the outcomes were evaluated using the LATCH Assessment Tool. The results showed an improvement in breastfeeding ability in both subjects following the combined application of Oxytocin Massage and the Marmet Technique. This improvement was indicated by an increase in LATCH scores, from 3 to 9 in Subject 1 and from 1 to 8 in Subject 2. In addition, improvements were observed in the smoothness of breast milk ejection, infant latch, and mothers' breastfeeding ability.

In conclusion, the application of Oxytocin Massage and the Marmet Technique as part of nursing care was effective in improving breastfeeding effectiveness among postpartum mothers.