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Clinical trials sponsored by Nilgun Avci, explained in plain language.
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Hospital tour and a helping hand: simple steps to ease childbirth anxiety
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether visiting the delivery room before labor and having continuous support from a companion during birth can help pregnant women feel more comfortable and adapt better to childbirth. 158 pregnant women took part, with some receiving the extra support and o…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nilgun Avci • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:13 UTC
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Kind words in the ER: study shows affirmations may ease stress for High-Risk pregnancies
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether giving high-risk pregnant women positive, supportive messages in the emergency room could lower their stress and help them cope with uncertainty. 102 women took part, with some receiving standard care plus encouraging affirmations, while others got st…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nilgun Avci • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:09 UTC
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Shower power: warm water eases labor pain and anxiety, study finds
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether taking a warm shower during labor helps women feel less pain and anxiety, and more comfortable and satisfied with their birth experience. 94 pregnant women in active labor were randomly assigned to either shower or receive standard care. The researche…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nilgun Avci • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 14, 2026 12:06 UTC
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Breathe easy: simple breathing techniques may ease labor pain and anxiety
Symptom relief CompletedThis study looked at whether guided breathing exercises during labor can lower pain, anxiety, and stress for mothers, and improve their birth experience. 124 pregnant women were split into two groups: one did breathing exercises, the other got standard care. Researchers then comp…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nilgun Avci • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated May 06, 2026 16:03 UTC
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New study: asking moms to repeat breastfeeding instructions boosts success
Knowledge-focused CompletedThis study tested whether a teaching method called 'teach-back' helps first-time mothers breastfeed more successfully and bond better with their babies. In the study, 102 new mothers either received standard breastfeeding education or education where they had to explain the infor…
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Nilgun Avci • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated May 17, 2026 04:16 UTC