Massage and shower during labor may boost birth satisfaction
NCT ID NCT07151144
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tested whether massage or a warm shower during labor helps first-time mothers feel more satisfied, comfortable, and successful with breastfeeding. 120 low-risk women were randomly assigned to receive massage, take a warm shower, or get standard care. Researchers measured birth satisfaction, comfort, and breastfeeding success shortly after delivery.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Massage and warm shower
- What this could lead to
- If effective, these simple, drug-free methods could help hospitals improve the childbirth experience for first-time mothers.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-hospital study in Turkey, so results may not apply everywhere. The interventions are low-risk, but benefits may be modest.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sakarya University
Sakarya, Turkey (Türkiye)
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