Stand or squat? study tests best labor position for moms

NCT ID NCT07383181

First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looked at how standing versus squatting during the first stage of labor affects birth length, comfort, pain, and feelings of trauma. 82 women who had given birth before took part. The goal was to see which position might make labor better for moms.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Nilgün Avcı

    Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)

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