Smartphone app uses AI to help women feel in control during childbirth

NCT ID NCT07143903

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This completed study tested a mobile app that uses artificial intelligence to help women track contractions, analyze symptoms, and get personalized guidance during the first stage of labor. The goal was to reduce anxiety and increase feelings of control. 216 women in their third trimester of a low-risk pregnancy participated. The app also aims to alert healthcare providers if concerning patterns arise.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
AI-powered mobile application for labor monitoring
What this could lead to
If successful, this app could give expectant mothers more confidence and control during early labor, potentially reducing anxiety and improving satisfaction.
What could go wrong
This is a single completed study with no phase designation. The app's benefits may not be generalizable to all settings or populations, and it does not replace medical care.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Basma Wageah Mohamed Mohamed Elrefay

    Al Mansurah, Dakhlyia, 35111, Egypt