Relax your way through labor? study tests simple exercise for Moms-to-Be
NCT ID NCT07090902
First seen Jan 23, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 22 times
Summary
This study tested whether a childbirth preparation program that includes progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) exercises could help pregnant women with labor pain, their preference for vaginal vs. C-section birth, and breastfeeding comfort. Forty pregnant women participated, with one group receiving the relaxation program and the other standard care. The goal was to see if this simple, drug-free approach could make childbirth easier and more comfortable.
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Locations
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Samsun Training and Research Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
Samsun, Karabük Province, 78500, Turkey (Türkiye)
What this could mean
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Active substance
Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) exercises
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help pregnant women manage labor pain and feel more comfortable breastfeeding.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 40 participants, so results may not apply to everyone. The relaxation exercises may not reduce pain or affect birth choices for all women.
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