- Research Article
- 10.57239/prn.26.034100149
The effect of combined postnatal education and postpartum yoga on serum prolactin levels and breastfeeding confidence among postpartum women at risk of depression
- Jan 01, 2026
- Perinatal Journal
- Sakinah Nuzuliya Izza + 5 more +5
To determine the effect of combined postpartum yoga and postpartum classes on blood prolactin levels and breastfeeding success beliefs in postpartum women at risk of depression.We used a quasi-experimental pretest-posttest control group design on postpartum mothers in the Wagir Health Center area, Wagir District, Malang Regency.Subjects were divided into three intervention groups: (1) postpartum yoga combined with a postpartum class, (2) postpartum class only, and (3) control group with no intervention.We measured prolactin by ELISA, assessed breastfeeding confidence with the BSES-SF, and evaluated depression risk with the EPDS.Wilcoxon, Kruskal-Wallis, Mann-Whitney, and paired t-test were used to analyzed the data.The combination group showed a significant increase in prolactin (from 2045.75 to 3195.19 IU/mL; p 0.018) and breastfeeding confidence (44.50 to 49.50; p 0.002) as measured by Wilcoxon test.The postpartum only group improved.The control group showed no significant changes.Combining postpartum yoga and classes effectively increases prolactin and breastfeeding confidence in mothers at risk of depression.This effect occurs through relaxation, hormonal balance, education, and psychosocial support.
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