Effects of sexual health education for postpartum women
Determining the Effects of Sexual Health Education and Counseling Given to Women in the Postpartum Period Based on the EX-PLISSIT Model on Sexual Life
This study tests whether a sexual health education program can help new mothers improve their sexual function and overall quality of sexual life after childbirth.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 88 (estimated) |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Karamanoğlu Mehmetbey University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Karaman, Merkez) |
| Trial ID | NCT05348954 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the impact of a sexual health education and counseling program based on the EX-PLISSIT model for women in the postpartum period. It is a multicenter, parallel randomized controlled trial that will involve women who are 10 weeks to 6 months postpartum and meet specific inclusion criteria. Participants will receive education and counseling to assess changes in sexual function, distress, and overall quality of sexual life. The study will utilize block randomization to assign participants to intervention and control groups.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are primiparous women who are sexually active and within 10 weeks to 6 months postpartum.
Not a fit: Patients with pre-existing sexual function issues or chronic diseases may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve sexual health and quality of life for postpartum women.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific application of the EX-PLISSIT model in postpartum women is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Being primiparous * Having given birth at 38-42 weeks of gestation, * Having a single birth, * Not experiencing any postpartum complications * The time elapsed from birth is between 10 weeks and 6 months * Being sexually active * Having a spouse/partner * Having a smartphone or computer with a camera * Being at least literate Exclusion Criteria: * A previous sexual function of the woman herself or her husband. * Having a chronic disease that she expresses herself (such as cardiovascular disease, hypertension, etc.) * Having a health problem that requires the baby to be hospitalized * Having received sexual education/counselling * Spouse or self-diagnosed mental problem * Having a diagnosis that will affect sexual function or body image, such as mastectomy
Where this trial is running
Karaman, Merkez
- Karaman Halk Sağlığı Müdürlüğü — Karaman, Merkez, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Nergiz Eryilmaz, Master
- Email: nergizeryilmaz@kmu.edu.tr
- Phone: +905458848830
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.