Can how you track Baby's kicks soothe pregnancy stress?
NCT ID NCT06558162
First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study looks at whether the way a pregnant woman monitors her baby's movements can influence her stress, anxiety, and emotional bond with the fetus. It compares two self-assessment methods: one where women focus on the character and strength of movements without counting, and another where they count each movement. The trial includes first-time mothers between 28 and 32 weeks of pregnancy with a single, healthy fetus. Over several weeks, the study measures changes in maternal attachment, perceived stress, anxiety, and risk perception to see if one method offers psychological benefits.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Two behavioral methods for fetal movement self-monitoring: Mindfetalness (focusing on movement character, strength, and frequency without counting) and Sadovsky (counting movements).
- What this could lead to
- If one method proves better, it could offer a simple, low-cost way to ease stress and anxiety and strengthen bonding during pregnancy.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage trial, so results may not apply broadly. The methods are behavioral, so outcomes depend on consistent practice and may not show clear differences.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Neriman Güdücü
Kırklareli, Center, 39100, Turkey (Türkiye)
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