Prenatal haptonomy support study
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests a special type of emotional and physical support called haptonomy, which helps expecting parents connect with their baby through gentle touch and communication. It may help you feel more relaxed and bonded during pregnancy.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant and between 20 and 32 weeks along.
- You get your pregnancy care at Tokat Gaziosmanpaşa University Hospital.
- You can speak and understand Turkish.
- You do not have a high-risk pregnancy (like preeclampsia, placenta previa, or diabetes that needs insulin).
- You have not been diagnosed with a psychiatric condition, and you are not pregnant with more than one baby.
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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