Relaxation techniques for mothers of preterm infants
"Effects of a Relaxation Intervention on Physiological and Psychological Outcomes Among Mothers of Preterm Infants At Hospital Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah : a Within-subject Randomized Trials"
This study tests which of four relaxation techniques can help breastfeeding mothers of preterm infants feel better both physically and mentally.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 15 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 49 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Universiti Putra Malaysia Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Serdang, Selangor) |
| Trial ID | NCT06864455 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study compares the effects of four different relaxation interventions on the physiological and psychological well-being of lactating mothers with preterm infants. The interventions include Guided Imagery Meditation, Religious Recitation, Infant Video with Music, and Distraction with News and Media, along with a control session. The trial aims to recruit 30 Malaysian mothers aged 18-49 who are breastfeeding infants born between 28 and 35 weeks gestation. Participants will be randomized to receive one of the interventions, and outcomes will be measured to determine the most effective approach for supporting these mothers.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are Malaysian Muslim mothers aged 18-49 who are non-smokers and currently breastfeeding preterm infants born between 28 and 35 weeks gestation.
Not a fit: Patients who are taking psychiatric medication, diagnosed with mental illness, or have infants with health issues affecting breastfeeding may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide effective relaxation techniques that improve the well-being of mothers breastfeeding preterm infants.
How similar studies have performed: While similar relaxation interventions have been explored, this specific combination and focus on lactating mothers of preterm infants is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria ( Mothers) * Malaysian women of reproductive age (18-49 years) * Muslim * Non-smoker * Understand English or Malay * Currently breastfeed their infants * Mothers of infants born in gestational age (28 weeks- 35 weeks) * No medical conditions that can affect infant feeding. Exclusion Criteria: * Taking psychiatric medication and being diagnosed with mental illness. * Mothers are on medication that contradicts breastfeeding (eg: under medication HIV/AIDS) * Plan to formula feed or mix feeding their infants. * Mothers of infants with illness that could affect breastfeeding and growth (respiratory issues, gastrointestinal issues, feeding difficulties, neurological disorder, etc)
Where this trial is running
Serdang, Selangor
- Hospital Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah UPM, Serdang Selangor — Serdang, Selangor, Malaysia (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Dr Nurul Husna Mohd Shukri
- Email: n_husna@upm.edu.my
- Phone: +603-97692963
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.