MIDWIFERY

This study tests whether applying topical oxygen or LED light therapy can help heal nipple cracks in breastfeeding mothers. About 51 mothers with cracked nipples will be split into three groups: one gets oxygen, one gets LED light, and one gets standard care. The goal is to see i…

This study looks at three simple methods—breastfeeding, using a stress ball, or wearing virtual reality goggles—to help first-time mothers feel less pain and anxiety during episiotomy repair (stitching) after giving birth. About 120 women will be randomly assigned to one of these…

This study tests whether using a soft hand exercise ring during contractions can help reduce pain and anxiety for first-time mothers in labor. 86 low-risk women will either use the ring with breathing exercises or receive standard care. Researchers will measure pain, anxiety, and…

This study will test whether artificial intelligence (AI)-assisted climate change education can help pregnant women better understand climate change and reduce their worries about its effects on their health and their baby's health. About 82 pregnant women will be split into two …

This study looks at whether a video-supported flipped learning model can lower anxiety and improve skill levels in midwifery students learning episiotomy. About 60 third-year midwifery students will be split into two groups: one gets traditional classroom teaching, the other watc…

This study will give 120 pregnant women special training led by midwives on safe infant care, focusing on preventing sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) and home accidents. The goal is to see if this training increases their awareness and knowledge. If it works, the training coul…