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Online classes calm fears: study shows birth education works

NCT ID NCT07188883

Symptom relief Sponsor: Ege University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether a structured online education program could help pregnant women feel more prepared and less fearful about childbirth. 80 pregnant women took part, with half receiving the 9-hour online program and half getting standard care. Results showed that the online group had better birth perception, less fear, and felt more ready for birth.

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Active substance
online childbirth education program
What this could lead to
If this approach is adopted widely, it could help reduce fear of childbirth and improve birth experiences for many women.
What could go wrong
This was a small study with 80 participants, all from one region in Turkey. Results may not apply to all populations or settings.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

80 people

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Started

Jan 2024

Finished

Sep 2025

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Female participants only

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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women aged 18 years or older * Gestational age between 20-34 weeks at the time of enrollment * Ability to read and understand Turkish * Access to the internet and a device (computer, tablet, or smartphone) to attend online sessions * Willingness to participate in a 9-hour online childbirth education program * Provided written informed consent Exclusion Criteria: * High-risk pregnancy requiring specialized medical care (e.g., preeclampsia, placenta previa, multiple gestation with complications) * Known psychiatric disorders that could interfere with participation (e.g., severe anxiety disorder, major depression, psychosis) * Inability to attend online sessions due to technical or personal limitations * Previous participation in a structured childbirth education program during the current pregnancy * Refusal or withdrawal of informed consent

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Fear of childbirth

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  • Ege University Faculty of Nursing

    Izmir, 35100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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