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Massage and shower during labor may boost birth satisfaction

NCT ID NCT07151144

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

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study tested whether massage or a warm shower during labor helps first-time mothers feel more satisfied, comfortable, and successful with breastfeeding. 120 low-risk women were randomly assigned to receive massage, take a warm shower, or get standard care. Researchers measured birth satisfaction, comfort, and breastfeeding success shortly after delivery.

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Active substance
Massage and warm shower
What this could lead to
If effective, these simple, drug-free methods could help hospitals improve the childbirth experience for first-time mothers.
What could go wrong
This is a small, single-hospital study in Turkey, so results may not apply everywhere. The interventions are low-risk, but benefits may be modest.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

120 people

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Started

Aug 2025

Finished

Dec 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

19 to 45 years

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Between 37 and 42 weeks of gestation, Low-risk, singleton pregnancies, Planned for vaginal delivery, No significant obstetric complications during pregnancy, Voluntarily agreed to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: \-

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Delivery care Pregnancy

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Locations

  • Sakarya University

    Sakarya, Turkey (Türkiye)

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