Virtual birth prep: a new weapon against childbirth fear?

NCT ID NCT07743502

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Sergio Mies Padilla Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 04, 2026 · Last updated Aug 05, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

Many pregnant women experience significant fear of childbirth, which can affect their labor and postpartum experience. This trial tests whether a web-based education program, accessible from home, can reduce that fear. Half of the participants will use the online platform, which includes videos and information about labor, pain relief, and coping strategies, while the other half receives standard care. The study will compare fear levels before and after birth between the two groups.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: A web-based prenatal education platform
What this could lead to: If effective, this online program could offer a flexible, accessible way to reduce fear of childbirth and improve birth experiences for many women.
What could go wrong: The trial is relatively small and results may not apply to all pregnant women. The intervention is educational, so its impact on fear may be modest and depends on engagement.

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FEAR OF CHILDBIRTH PREGNANCY RELATED ANXIETY TOCOPHOBIA

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Locations

Complejo Hospitalario Universitario Insular Materno Infantil de Gran Canaria

Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, LAS Palmas, 35000, Spain

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