Could a simple pamphlet give women more control in the delivery room?
NCT ID NCT06787521
First seen Jul 20, 2026 · Last updated Jul 21, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tests whether giving first-time mothers a written labor guide when they are admitted for labor induction helps them feel more in control during childbirth. Half the participants receive the guide, while the other half get standard counseling. Researchers measure perceived control using a validated questionnaire.
What this could mean
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- Active substance
- an evidence-based labor guide (written education about potential complications and interventions)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this simple educational tool could help many women feel more empowered and in control during labor.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, single-blind study at one hospital, so results may not apply everywhere. The guide may not change actual medical outcomes.
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Oregon Health and Science University
Portland, Oregon, 97239, United States
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