Simple touch during birth may speed up labor and boost Mother-Baby bond
NCT ID NCT06783972
First seen Feb 03, 2026 · Last updated Jun 02, 2026 · Updated 10 times
Summary
This study tested whether a midwife touching the fetal head during the pushing phase of labor can shorten that phase and improve early mother-baby interaction. Sixty-eight first-time mothers with low-risk pregnancies took part. The approach is free, simple, and aims to make delivery smoother and enhance bonding right after birth.
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Ege University
Izmir, Bornova, 35040, Turkey (Türkiye)
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