Mindfulness training for pregnant teens: fear, bonding, and breastfeeding
Part of Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
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.
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Who can take part
- You are between 15 and 19 years old
- You are in your third trimester of pregnancy (around 30–33 weeks)
- This is your first pregnancy (you have not been pregnant before)
- You have not had a miscarriage, abortion, or serious pregnancy complications
- Your pregnancy is not classified as high-risk by your doctor
- Your partner or a support person is willing to actively participate in the training and parenting
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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