New program helps NICU moms feel less stressed and more connected

NCT ID NCT06958458

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University of Yalova Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a program called Mother Integrated Care for mothers of premature babies in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). The program trains mothers to actively participate in their baby's care, moving from being visitors to primary caregivers. Researchers measured stress and mother-baby bonding in 60 mothers, comparing those who received the training to those who did not.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Mother Integrated Care (a behavioral training program)
What this could lead to: If successful, this approach could help reduce stress and improve bonding for mothers of premature babies in the NICU.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed study with only 60 participants, so results may not apply to all mothers or hospitals. The program requires staff training and resources.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Empowerment Premature Birth

As listed by the trial registrant

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

EMPOWERMENT MOTHERS PREMATURE

Contacts and locations

Locations

Yalova University

Yalova, 77200, Turkey (Türkiye)

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