Clinical trials
Fear of Childbirth clinical trials
Below are recruiting fear of childbirth clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 11 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06947369Recruiting
Support for First-Time Moms with Childbirth Fears
This study offers special education sessions for first-time pregnant women who have significant fears about childbirth. The goal is to help you feel more prepared, less scared, and more confident about becoming a mother.
Kilis, MerkezAges Any age - NCT06813547Recruiting
Tapping and virtual reality for fear of childbirth
This trial tests whether a combination of Emotional Freedom Techniques (a tapping therapy) and virtual reality can help reduce fear of childbirth. It is for first-time mothers in their third trimester who have a healthy, single pregnancy.
MalatyaAges Any age - NCT07471269Recruiting
Online pain education for fear of childbirth
This trial tests an online education program about pain neuroscience to help pregnant women reduce fear of childbirth. It may be useful if you are in your third trimester and want to feel more prepared.
Alfara del Patriarca, ValenciaAges 18–50 - NCT07263750Recruiting
Haptonomy for bonding and reducing childbirth fear in first-time parents
This study tests if haptonomy—a gentle touch and communication method for the baby in the womb—helps first-time parents feel more connected to their baby and less afraid of childbirth.
Merkez, SivasAges 19–35 - NCT07123623Recruiting
childbirth classes for couples to reduce fear and boost support
This study tests whether having expectant parents take childbirth classes together helps pregnant women feel more supported by their partner, less afraid of giving birth, and more confident in their ability to deliver. It is designed for women who have already had a vaginal birth before and are at least 20 weeks pregnant.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 18–50 - NCT07496879Enrolling by invitation
Virtual tour app for first-time mothers
This trial tests whether a QR-code-based virtual tour of the delivery room can help first-time pregnant women feel more prepared and have better childbirth experiences. You would use your smartphone to take a virtual tour before giving birth.
Erzurum, YakutiyeAges 18–45 - 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 - NCT07540923Recruiting
Mindfulness training for pregnant teens: fear, bonding, and breastfeeding
This study teaches pregnant teenagers a mindfulness technique (learning to focus your mind calmly) to help reduce fear about childbirth, strengthen bonding with their baby after birth, and support breastfeeding. You'd attend training sessions with your partner over several weeks.
Malatya, MalatyaAges 15–19 - NCT07201220Recruiting
Meditation in early labor for first-time mothers
This study tests whether meditating in early labor helps first-time mothers feel more confident and less afraid during childbirth. You will be asked to practice meditation while you are in early labor, and the researchers will see how it affects your self-efficacy and fear.
Adana, AdanaAges 18 years+ - NCT07542392Recruiting
Birth Affirmation Cards to Support First-Time Labor
This study tests whether special affirmation cards (positive statements) guided by a midwife help first-time mothers feel more confident and positive during labor. The goal is to see if this simple, non-medical tool improves your labor experience and how you cope with contractions.
Mut, Mersi̇nAges 18–40 - NCT07267351Enrolling by invitation
Does meditation during pregnancy reduce labor pain and fear?
This study tests whether practicing ThetaHealing meditation during pregnancy can help reduce labor pain and fear for first-time mothers. If you join, you will learn a simple meditation technique to use before and during childbirth.
NicosiaAges 18–35
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for fear of childbirth?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 11 recruiting fear of childbirth 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 fear of childbirth 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 fear of childbirth 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.
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