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Can virtual reality help new mothers master breastfeeding?

NCT ID NCT07768527

Symptom relief Sponsor: Cukurova University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Aug 17, 2026 · Last updated Aug 18, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests whether teaching new mothers about breastfeeding using virtual reality or hands-on simulation with mannequins can improve their breastfeeding skills and confidence. The trial will include first-time mothers who are experiencing breastfeeding problems shortly after giving birth. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive one of three types of education: virtual reality, simulation, or standard hospital care, and their breastfeeding success and continuation will be compared.

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Active substance
Virtual reality glasses or simulation with mannequins for breastfeeding education
What this could lead to
If effective, these training methods could offer new ways to support new mothers struggling with breastfeeding, potentially improving success rates and duration.
What could go wrong
The trial is relatively small and results may not apply to all mothers. The effectiveness of VR or simulation may vary, and it's unclear if benefits will last beyond the immediate postpartum period.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

About 159 people

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Expected to start

Sep 2026

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Expected to finish

Apr 2027

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Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 49 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Primiparous * Infant in the neonatal period * Over 18 years of age * Term delivery * Healthy baby and individual * No communication barriers * Willing to participate in the study * Able to read and write Turkish Exclusion Criteria: * Multiparous * Infant not in the neonatal period * Under 18 years of age * Premature delivery * Unhealthy baby and individual * No communication barriers * Unwilling to participate in the study * Unable to read and write Turkish

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Lactation power Lactation success Maintenance of breastfeeding Postpartum women

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