Haptonomy: a new way to boost birth confidence?
NCT ID NCT07199140
First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 36 times
Summary
This study tests whether haptonomy—a practice using gentle touch, breathing, and relaxation—can help pregnant women appreciate their bodies more and feel more confident about giving birth. Eighty first-time mothers with healthy pregnancies will either attend four weekly haptonomy sessions or receive standard prenatal care. Researchers will compare changes in body appreciation and birth self-efficacy between the two groups.
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Gaziosmanpaşa University, Erbaa Faculty of Health Sciences
Erbaa, Tokat Province, 6500, Turkey (Türkiye)
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What this could mean
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Active substance
haptonomy (a behavioral intervention involving breathing, relaxation, and touch exercises)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help pregnant women feel more confident and positive about their bodies during childbirth.
What could go wrong
This is a small, early-stage study with only 80 participants, so results may not apply to all pregnant women. The benefits may be small or no different from routine care.
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