Talking away birth fear: training may boost vaginal birth confidence

NCT ID NCT06155435

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: Karadeniz Technical University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested whether a solution-focused training program could reduce traumatic birth perception and increase self-efficacy for vaginal birth in first-time mothers. Forty pregnant women in their third trimester received 6-8 sessions of training, while a control group received only routine care. Researchers measured changes in fear and confidence using standard questionnaires.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: solution-focused approach training (behavioral intervention)
What this could lead to: If effective, this training could help reduce fear of childbirth and increase confidence in vaginal birth for first-time mothers.
What could go wrong: This is a small, single-site study with only 40 participants. Results may not apply to all pregnant women, and the training's long-term impact is unknown.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Birth Injuries

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

PERCEPTION, SELF SELF EFFICACY TRAUMATIC BIRTH

Contacts and locations

Locations

Karadeniz Teknik Üniversitesi

Trabzon, Turkey (Türkiye)

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