Perineal massage education for first-time pregnant women
Part of Mental health, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study teaches pregnant women how to massage the area between the vagina and anus during pregnancy to potentially reduce tearing during vaginal birth. A midwife will guide you through online education, and you'll answer some brief questions before and after.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 35 years old
- This is your first pregnancy with a single baby
- You are between 28 and 34 weeks pregnant (roughly 7–8 months along)
- You plan to have a vaginal birth, not a cesarean section
- You speak Turkish and can use a smartphone with internet access
- You completed at least primary school education
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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