Coloring your way through labor: a simple art activity may tame birth fear

NCT ID NCT07764484

Not yet recruiting Symptom relief Sponsor: Ataturk University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Aug 14, 2026 · Last updated Aug 14, 2026

Summary

This trial tests whether coloring mandala patterns during labor can reduce birth anxiety and fear of childbirth in women having their first baby. About 140 first-time mothers will be randomly assigned to either standard labor care or standard care plus a coloring activity starting when the cervix is 5-8 cm dilated. Anxiety and fear levels will be measured before and after the activity, and outcomes like delivery mode and labor duration will be recorded. The goal is to see if this simple, low-cost, non-drug approach can offer emotional support during childbirth.

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Active substance: Mandala coloring activity during labor
What this could lead to: If effective, this low-cost, drug-free activity could become a simple tool to help first-time mothers feel calmer and less fearful during childbirth.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial, and results may not apply to all women. The activity may not significantly reduce anxiety, and some women may not find it helpful during labor.

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FEAR OF CHILDBIRTH MANDALA COLORING

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