PREGNANT WOMEN

This study tested whether using a mechanical massage cushion during labor can reduce pain and increase comfort for first-time mothers. 70 pregnant women were split into two groups: one used the cushion plus standard care, the other received standard care alone. Researchers measur…

This study looked at whether playing music during a non-stress test (a routine check on the baby's heartbeat) helps pregnant women feel more comfortable and less anxious. 173 women took part. Researchers measured their comfort, blood pressure, heart rate, and anxiety levels. The …

This study looked at whether giving training to pregnant women and their partners helps them handle stress together, get along better, and feel better overall. 68 couples took part. The training focused on coping with stress as a team and understanding pregnancy changes. The goal…

This study looked at 50 pregnant women having planned C-sections to see which type of anesthesia—spinal or general—has less effect on the heart's electrical activity. Researchers measured changes in the QTc interval, a heart rhythm marker, during surgery. The goal was to gather k…

This study looked at how the HIV drug tenofovir passes from mother to baby through the placenta. Researchers used a lab model that mimics the third trimester of pregnancy. They studied 369 placentas from healthy pregnant women to understand what affects drug transfer. This was a …

This study tested whether a mobile app designed for pregnant women could improve their understanding of prenatal genetic testing. About 178 high-risk pregnant women used the app to learn about testing options. The goal was to see if the app helped them feel more confident and inf…