Clinical trials
Birth clinical trials
Below are recruiting birth clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 248 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06957769Recruiting
How rising temperatures affect mothers and babies
This study looks at how higher temperatures during pregnancy might affect your health and your baby's health. By joining, you'll help researchers understand how climate change may impact pregnancy outcomes.
Matiari, SindhAges 18 years+ - NCT06984445Recruiting
Cord Blood Protein in Anemia Transfusion Study
This study measures a protein (S100B) in cord blood from babies who had or did not need a blood transfusion in the womb for hemolytic disease. It looks for possible markers of brain health.
WarsawAges 18 years+ - NCT06754111Enrolling by invitation
Can the birth environment help with pain and fear?
This study looks at how the birth environment (like a calm, comfortable room) affects pain, fear, how you give birth (vaginal or C-section), and how long labor lasts. It's for first-time mothers who are healthy and not high-risk.
Burdur, BucakAges 18–35 - NCT06984614Recruiting
Snoezelen room for first-time mothers during labor
This study tests whether a calm, sensory-friendly room (called a Snoezelen room) can help make the birth process easier and more comfortable for first-time mothers. If you are a healthy, first-time mom planning a vaginal birth, this trial may offer a relaxing environment during labor.
SakaryaAges 18–45 - NCT07666945Recruiting
Prenatal health education for pregnancy readiness
This trial tests whether health education early in pregnancy helps women prepare for birth and handle potential complications. It is designed for women in their first trimester living in the study area.
Hāgere Hiywet, OromiyaAges 18 years+ - NCT06844019Recruiting
Birth and breastfeeding support study
This study tests whether extra support during birth and after helps new mothers breastfeed longer. It may be a good fit if you plan to breastfeed your baby.
HerlevAges 18 years+ - NCT07018765Recruiting
Mindfulness program for birth memory and trauma
This study tests if an 8-week online mindfulness program (MBSR) can help women who had a vaginal birth feel better about their birth memory and reduce feelings of trauma. You would join online group sessions from home.
Malatya, Leave BlankAges 18–45 - NCT07698483Recruiting
Reducing activity restrictions for preterm birth prevention
This study tests whether reducing the use of bed rest or activity limits can help prevent preterm birth. It looks at whether pregnant individuals at high risk for early delivery can safely move more without harming their pregnancy.
Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06670066Recruiting
Trial of let's talk birth control
This trial tests a program to help teens and young adults learn about birth control options during regular health visits. It may help you find the right method for your needs.
Sioux City, IowaAges 15–24 - NCT06720363Recruiting
Predicting baby's health during labor
This study uses information from a monitor that tracks your baby's heart rate during labor to see if we can better predict their well-being at birth. The goal is to improve care and ensure both you and your baby are safe.
Bologna, BolognaAges 18–45 - NCT06431581Recruiting
Mobile health app to improve pregnancy and birth outcomes
This trial tests whether a smartphone-based health program can improve birth outcomes for pregnant women. If you are between 13 and 27 weeks pregnant, own a smartphone, and plan to deliver at a participating hospital, you may be eligible.
Dhulikhel, BagmatiAges 18 years+ - NCT06261398Recruiting
Better pregnancy outcomes with text support
This trial uses text messages and education to help improve pregnancy outcomes for women who are less than 21 weeks pregnant. It's designed for patients receiving care at certain Ohio State University clinics.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT07654504Recruiting
Turkish questionnaire study for brachial plexus birth palsy
This study tests a Turkish version of a questionnaire about how brachial plexus birth palsy (a nerve injury at birth affecting arm movement) impacts daily life. It may help people understand and communicate their symptoms better.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT07052331Recruiting
The MOBY study: testing birth mobility for first-time moms
This study tests a mobility system to see if it helps first-time moms with low-risk pregnancies during labor. If you are pregnant with your first baby, have a single baby in head-down position, and are due after 37 weeks, you may be able to join.
Baden, Canton of AargauAges 18 years+ - NCT07243522Recruiting
Birth positions and labor: a study for first-time mothers
This trial compares different positions during labor to see which might make childbirth easier for first-time mothers. If you are having your first baby, are in early labor, and plan a vaginal delivery, this study could help you find a more comfortable position.
IzmirAges 18–35 - NCT07187557Enrolling by invitation
Self-Compassion Birth Preparation Program for Pregnant Women
This study tests a birth preparation program that focuses on self-compassion (being kind to yourself during pregnancy). It aims to help pregnant women feel more prepared and less anxious about childbirth.
Ordu, OrduAges 18 years+ - NCT06887608Enrolling by invitation
Partner-Assisted Rebozo for Birth Comfort
This study tests a partner-assisted rebozo technique — a gentle way to help ease pain and fear during labor. Your partner wraps a scarf around your belly and sways it rhythmically, with guidance from a nurse, to make you more comfortable.
Zeytinburnu, IstanbulAges 18 years+ - NCT06909929Enrolling by invitation
High-dose IV lipids for very small or early babies
This study tests whether giving a high dose of a special IV fat solution (called lipids) helps very small or very early-born babies grow better. It's for babies weighing under 1500 grams or born before 32 weeks.
Jakarta, Central JakartaAges Up to 7 months - NCT05734768Recruiting
Study of anxiety and depression in parents after preterm birth
This study compares how parents feel (anxiety and depression symptoms) after having a baby born preterm versus a full-term baby. It also looks at early “building blocks” of thinking and social development in the child.
ReimsAges 18 years+ - NCT07177027Recruiting
Breathing exercises and music for first-time mothers in labor
This study tests whether combining breathing exercises with listening to music during labor can help first-time mothers feel less pain, have more positive expectations, and feel more satisfied with their birth experience. If you join, you will practice breathing techniques and listen to music while in labor.
Uşak, UşakAges 18–35 - NCT07258459Recruiting
Vaginal birth after two cesareans
This trial tests if women who have had two previous cesarean sections can safely have a vaginal birth. It includes pregnant women past 34 weeks with a baby in head-down position.
Pescara, PEAges 18 years+ - NCT06929975Enrolling by invitation
Podcast training to reduce birth fear in couples
This study tests whether listening to podcasts about birth can help reduce fear in expecting couples. It is for first-time mothers and their partners who are in the second trimester of pregnancy.
AğrıAges 19–35 - NCT05866016Recruiting
Training program for birth-center nurses to improve birth skills
This study tests whether training birth-center nurses and midwives can improve their skills in providing safer care for mothers and newborns. If you work in a birthing center and complete the first online training module, you may be invited to join the program.
Pokhara, GandakiAges 21–60 - NCT07313319Recruiting
Trial of underwater birth for low-risk pregnancies
This study tests the safety and experience of giving birth in a birthing pool (underwater birth). It is for low-risk pregnancies—single, head-down baby, healthy mom—to see if water birth is a safe and positive option.
Albuquerque, New MexicoAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for birth?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 248 recruiting birth studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a birth trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a birth trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.