Faith and nature: could a plant and a prayer soothe childbirth?
NCT ID NCT07175337
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether spiritual support using the Virgin Mary's Hand plant and reciting Surah Maryam could reduce pain and anxiety during labor. 125 Muslim women in early active labor were given either the plant or the surah alongside routine care. Researchers measured pain, worry, and birth satisfaction to see if these comforting practices made a difference.
What this could mean
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Active substance
spiritual support (Maryam plant and Surah Maryam recitation)
What this could lead to
If effective, this could offer a low-cost, non-drug way to reduce pain and anxiety during childbirth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed trial with no phase, so results may not apply broadly. The interventions are culturally specific and may not work for everyone.
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Locations
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Ataturk Universty
Erzurum, Yakutiye, 25240, Turkey (Türkiye)