Mindfulness classes may ease fear of childbirth, new trial hopes to prove

NCT ID NCT07415122

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

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tests whether adding mindfulness practices—like breathing exercises and guided meditation—to standard childbirth education can reduce fear of birth, lower stress, and boost confidence in first-time pregnant women. Eighty pregnant women between 28 and 38 weeks will be randomly assigned to either the mindfulness-enhanced class or standard education. Researchers will measure changes in fear, stress, and self-efficacy before and after the program.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: mindfulness-based childbirth preparation education
What this could lead to: If it works, this could offer a simple, non-drug way to help pregnant women feel less fearful and stressed about childbirth.
What could go wrong: This is a small, early-stage trial with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to all pregnant women. The intervention is short (four sessions over two weeks), which may not be enough to produce lasting effects.

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CHILDBIRTH SELF-EFFICACY FEAR OF CHILDBIRTH PRENATAL STRESS

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Locations

Samsun City Hospital

Samsun, 55139, Turkey (Türkiye)

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