Lullaby bath time: a simple song to soothe postpartum blues?

NCT ID NCT07370025

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether mothers singing lullabies while bathing their newborns can strengthen bonding, reduce postpartum depression symptoms, and boost parenting confidence. About 98 healthy mothers and their full-term babies will take part. Half will bathe their baby three times a week for two weeks while singing a lullaby; the other half will follow standard care. Researchers will measure bonding, mood, and confidence before and after the two weeks.

What this could mean

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

Active substance
maternal lullaby singing during infant bathing
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, low-cost way to help new mothers bond with their babies, feel less depressed, and gain confidence in parenting.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial with only 98 participants and a short two-week intervention. Results may not apply to all mothers, and the effect may be small or hard to measure.

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Locations

  • Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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