Education for mothers of premature infants to improve care and attachment
The Effect of Individualized Developmental Care Education Given to Mothers of Premature Infants on Maternal Self-Efficacy and Attachment Levels
This study tests whether teaching mothers of premature infants how to care for their babies can help them feel more confident and connected to their child while reducing stress.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Yalova Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Yalova) |
| Trial ID | NCT06958471 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates how individualized developmental care education impacts mothers of premature infants, focusing on enhancing maternal self-efficacy and attachment. By providing structured education in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU), the study aims to empower mothers to actively participate in their infant's care, which can alleviate stress and anxiety associated with premature birth. The intervention seeks to strengthen the emotional bond between mother and infant, which is crucial for the infant's overall development. The study involves mothers of infants born between 22 and 32 weeks gestation who are admitted to a level 3 NICU for at least one month.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are mothers of premature infants born between 22 and 32 weeks gestation who are willing to participate and have no psychiatric disorders.
Not a fit: Patients whose infants have severe congenital anomalies incompatible with life may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve maternal confidence and the emotional bond with their premature infants, leading to better developmental outcomes for the babies.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown that educational interventions can improve maternal outcomes in similar contexts, suggesting a positive outlook for this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * The mother must have a premature baby born between 22 and 32 weeks gestation, admitted to a level 3 NICU. * The baby's stay in the level 3 NICU must be at least one month. * The mother must not have any diagnosed psychiatric disorders. * The baby must not have severe congenital anomalies incompatible with life. * The mother must be literate and open to communication. * The mother must be willing and volunteer to participate in the research. Exclusion Criteria: * The baby's stay in the NICU must be at least one month.
Where this trial is running
Yalova
- Emel Avçin — Yalova, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: EMEL AVÇİN, Doctor — Yalova Unıversıty
- Study coordinator: EMEL AVÇİN, Doctor
- Email: leylifer02@gmail.com
- Phone: 05534524243
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.