Yoga before birth may ease postpartum blues, study finds
NCT ID NCT07583095
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looks at whether an 8-week yoga program during pregnancy can lower the risk of postpartum depression and strengthen the bond between mother and baby. It involves 60 first-time mothers who are 26-28 weeks pregnant. Participants will either take yoga classes or receive standard prenatal care, and their mood and attachment will be measured after birth.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 60 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Jan 2026
- Expected to finish
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Jul 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 years and older
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age ≥18 * 26-28 weeks pregnant primipara * At least primary school education * Voluntary participation Exclusion Criteria: * High-risk pregnancy * Chronic illness * Psychiatric diagnosis * Previous yoga/meditation experience
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Conditions
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mus Alparslan University Campus, Diyarbakir Road 7th km, 49250 Mus Center/Mus
Muş, Turkey (Türkiye)
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