Breathe away the stress: simple exercise may calm NICU mothers

NCT ID NCT07634445

Recruiting now Symptom relief Sponsor: Inonu University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether a simple four-square breathing exercise done before breastfeeding can lower anxiety and improve well-being in mothers whose babies are in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). About 70 mothers will be split into two groups: one does the breathing exercise three times a day for two days, while the other receives standard care. Researchers will measure anxiety, psychological well-being, and infant stress levels to see if this easy, drug-free technique makes a difference.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: four-square breathing exercise
What this could lead to: If it works, this simple breathing technique could offer a low-cost, drug-free way to help NICU mothers feel calmer and less anxious.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage study with only 70 participants, so results may not apply widely. The effect on infant stress is also indirect and uncertain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

anxiety anxiety disorder Psychological Well-Being

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

ANXIETY BREATH EXERCISE NEWBORN PSYCHOLOGICAL WELL BEING STRESS

Contacts and locations

Locations

Fırat University
RECRUITING

Elâzığ, Elâzığ, 23119, Turkey (Türkiye)

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