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Could writing on the wall ease childbirth fears?

NCT ID NCT07382609

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First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested whether having first-time mothers write their feelings on a transparent wallpaper in the labor room could reduce their fear of childbirth and improve comfort. 58 women participated, and researchers measured their fear and comfort levels using standard questionnaires. The approach is simple and low-cost, aiming to create a positive environment during labor.

What this could mean

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Active substance
writing a birth story on a transparent wallpaper in the labor room
What this could lead to
If it works, this simple activity could offer a low-cost way to help first-time mothers feel less afraid and more comfortable during labor.
What could go wrong
This is a small, completed study with only 58 participants, so results may not apply to all women. The effect may be influenced by other factors like support from midwives or partners.

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

58 people

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Started

Mar 2024

Finished

Jan 2026

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

18 to 45 years

Sex

Female participants only

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Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria:- All primiparous pregnant women who are literate, * Over the age of 18, * Not experiencing a risky pregnancy, * Not becoming pregnant with assisted reproductive techniques, * Planned to have a vaginal birth, * In the latent phase of labor, * Do not have any psychiatric disorders, * Do not have any health problems in themselves or their babies, * Do not have a history of ex fetus will be included in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women with an indication for caesarean section during the latent phase of labour will not be included in the study.

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  • Inonu University

    Malatya, Battalgazi̇, Turkey (Türkiye)

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