Effects of relaxation exercises on breastfeeding
Ege University Faculty of Health Sciences Midwifery Department
This study tests whether relaxation exercises can help new mothers feel more confident and connected while breastfeeding compared to listening to music or just getting regular care.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 114 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Ege University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Izmir) |
| Trial ID | NCT06095869 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research examines how progressive relaxation exercises impact breastfeeding status, self-efficacy, and maternal attachment among postpartum mothers. A total of 114 breastfeeding mothers participated, divided into three groups: one receiving progressive relaxation exercises, another listening to relaxation music, and a control group receiving routine care. The intervention lasted for four weeks, with assessments conducted using various scales to measure outcomes. Data analysis involved standard statistical methods to evaluate the effectiveness of the interventions.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are mothers over 18 years old, with a healthy baby and no conditions affecting breastfeeding, residing in Uşak.
Not a fit: Patients who have previously practiced relaxation exercises or have health issues affecting breastfeeding may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance breastfeeding success and maternal bonding for postpartum mothers.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific combination of progressive relaxation exercises and breastfeeding support is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:Mothers over the age of 18, * At least primary school graduate, able to read and understand Turkish, * Has a phone and internet * Has an only and healthy baby, * Does not have a condition that prevents him from doing PGE, * The baby was born between 2500-4000 g, * Those who live within the provincial borders of Uşak, * No hearing problem, * Mothers of babies who do not have sucking problems (cleft palate-lip, frenilium, galactosemia, prematurity), * Mothers who do not have any health problems affecting breastfeeding (mastitis, breast abscess, nipple crack, candida albicans, flat and sunken nipples, Wilson's disease in the mother, an active disease of the mother that prevents breastfeeding, and drug use), * Mothers without musculoskeletal disorders, The mothers who volunteered to participate in the study. Exclusion Criteria: * Practicing relaxation exercises before * Mothers using chronic opioids, antidepressants and psychoactive drugs.
Where this trial is running
Izmir
- Ege University Faculty of Health Sciences Midwifery Department — Izmir, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: çiğdem gök
- Email: akinakinanadolu_u@hotmail.com
- Phone: 05446293395
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.