Effects of visual and audio stimuli on expectant fathers
The Effect of Visual and Auditory Stimuli Presented to Expectant Fathers on Mothers' Postpartum Breastfeeding Success, Perception of Partner Support and Postpartum Depression
NA · Ataturk University · NCT06282419
This study tests whether sending expectant fathers images and sounds of their baby can help improve breastfeeding success, support for their partner, and reduce postpartum depression in new mothers.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 132 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Ataturk University (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Erzurum) |
| Trial ID | NCT06282419 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates how visual and auditory stimuli provided to expectant fathers influence postpartum breastfeeding success, perception of spousal support, and postpartum depression among mothers. It involves nulliparous pregnant women and their partners, who are randomly assigned to experimental or control groups. The experimental groups receive fetal images and heart sounds via WhatsApp, while the control group does not receive any intervention. Data is collected through face-to-face interviews and follow-up assessments after childbirth.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates include nulliparous pregnant women between 32-35 weeks of pregnancy and their first-time father partners.
Not a fit: Patients who are illiterate, have high-risk pregnancies, or have conditions preventing breastfeeding may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance breastfeeding success and improve maternal mental health by fostering better support from fathers.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies exploring the role of paternal involvement in breastfeeding have shown promise, this specific approach using mobile technology is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: Criteria for inclusion of pregnant women in the study: * Being literate * Being nulliparous * 32-35. weeks of pregnancy between * Having a single fetus * There is no obstacle to vaginal birth * There is no condition that prevents breastfeeding * Being open to communication * Volunteering to participate in the research Criteria for inclusion of fathers in the study: * Being literate * Being over 18 years of age * Being a father for the first time * Using a smartphone * Being open to communication * Volunteering to participate in the research Exclusion Criteria: * Criteria for excluding pregnant women from the study: * Illiteracy * Having a high risk pregnancy * Having a diagnosed psychiatric disease Exclusion criteria for women in the postpartum period from the study: * Having given birth prematurely * Having had a caesarean section * Development of complications in the mother and/or baby after birth * A condition that prevents breastfeeding in the mother and/or baby Criteria for not including fathers in the study: * Illiteracy * Being under 18 years of age * Having a diagnosed psychiatric disease
Where this trial is running
Erzurum
- Atatürk University — Erzurum, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ayla KANBUR — Ataturk University
- Study coordinator: merve Çakıl
- Email: mervecakil92@gmail.com
- Phone: +905310854245
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.
Conditions: Ultrasonography Prenatal