Pain reduction in post operative caesarean section with biologic nurturing baby led feeding techniques

Abstract

Caesarean section is a surgical method of childbirth in which the baby is delivered through an incision in the abdominal wall and uterus. According to the Indonesian Basic Health Research (RISKESDAS) in 2018, the prevalence of caesarean deliveries was 17.6%, which increased significantly to 25.9% in 2023. One of the most common complications following caesarean section is postoperative pain, which must be managed effectively, as prolonged pain can elevate health risks and delay recovery. One complementary pain management technique is the biological nurturing baby-led feeding approach. This study aimed to analyze the case management of a post-caesarean section patient using the biological nurturing baby-led feeding technique to reduce pain in the Bougenville Room of Tidar Regional General Hospital, Magelang City. A case study design was employed, focusing on the application of biological nurturing baby-led feeding as a complementary therapy for postoperative pain management. The subject was one post-caesarean section patient. The intervention demonstrated a positive effect, with a reduction in the patient's pain scale from 6 to 3 following the application of the biological nurturing baby-led feeding technique. The biological nurturing baby-led feeding technique can effectively reduce pain in post-caesarean section patients. This approach offers a non-pharmacological option that supports maternal comfort and recovery. Further research with larger sample sizes is recommended to validate these findings and explore the broader applicability of this technique in clinical practice.

Keywords: Feeding technique, nursing care, paediatric nursing, pain management, section caesarean