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The Influence of Fathers’ Knowledge and Readiness on the Success of Early Breastfeeding Initiation Implementation Through Arja Muani-Based Health Education in Buleleng Regency, Bali

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  • Dewi Tarini
  • Yunitasari
  • Krisnana
  • Nursalam

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Background: Early breastfeeding initiation (EBI) is the process of allowing a newborn to nurse immediately after birth, during which the baby is placed on the mother’s chest to find and latch onto the nipple within the first hour of life without external assistance. The success of EBI is greatly influenced by the father’s level of knowledge and readiness to support EBI, particularly with the backing of close family members. This study aims to determine the success rate of EBI implementation based on the father’s knowledge and readiness through health education using the traditional Arja Muani performing arts in Buleleng Regency, Bali. Methods: This was a quantitative study using a quasi-experimental design with a post-test-only approach. A total of 60 respondents were selected using multistage random sampling based on sample size calculations. Data collection was conducted between February and March 2025 using structured questionnaires and observation sheets. Data were analyzed using SPSS software. Due to non-normal data distribution, Spearman’s Rank Bivariate Correlation Test was used, followed by multiple linear regression analysis at p

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Handle: RePEc:dbk:health:v:4:y:2025:i::p:737:id:737
DOI: 10.56294/hl2025737
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