Less intensive pushing during labor may be just as safe for mom and baby

NCT ID NCT03018860

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 15, 2026 · Updated 34 times

Summary

This study looked at 1,701 first-time mothers to see if a more relaxed approach to the pushing phase of labor is as safe as the usual intensive method. The researchers compared newborn health and delivery outcomes between the two approaches. The goal was to find out if a less intense pushing strategy could reduce complications without harming the baby.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Cochin Hospital

    Paris, Paris, 75014, France

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