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Can how you track Baby's kicks soothe pregnancy stress?

NCT ID NCT06558162

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

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First seen Aug 05, 2026 · Last updated Aug 06, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at whether the way a pregnant woman monitors her baby's movements can influence her stress, anxiety, and emotional bond with the fetus. It compares two self-assessment methods: one where women focus on the character and strength of movements without counting, and another where they count each movement. The trial includes first-time mothers between 28 and 32 weeks of pregnancy with a single, healthy fetus. Over several weeks, the study measures changes in maternal attachment, perceived stress, anxiety, and risk perception to see if one method offers psychological benefits.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Two behavioral methods for fetal movement self-monitoring: Mindfetalness (focusing on movement character, strength, and frequency without counting) and Sadovsky (counting movements).
What this could lead to
If one method proves better, it could offer a simple, low-cost way to ease stress and anxiety and strengthen bonding during pregnancy.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage trial, so results may not apply broadly. The methods are behavioral, so outcomes depend on consistent practice and may not show clear differences.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

76 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2024

Finished

Jun 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

Children (under 18), adults (18 to 64) and older adults (65 and over)

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Volunteering to participate in the research * Over 18 years of age * Single pregnancy * Being between 28-32 weeks of gestation * Primiparity * At least primary school graduation * No diagnosed problems related to the health of the fetus (such as fetal anomaly, intrauterine growth retardation) No risky pregnancy (such as pre-eclampsia, diabetes, heart disease, placenta previa, oligohydramnios) Exclusion Criteria: * Not having any disabilities that may prevent communication (speech, hearing, mental) * No chronic or psychiatric illness * Conception with assisted reproductive techniques

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Fetal movement Mental health issue

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Neriman Güdücü

    Kırklareli, Center, 39100, Turkey (Türkiye)

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