Fear of ChildbirthVIRTU-BIRTHNCT07496879
QR-Based Virtual Tour and Childbirth Outcomes
A study testing Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR Codes in people with Fear of Childbirth and Primiparous Women, run by Ataturk University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
Childbirth is a unique experience that affects maternal health physiologically, emotionally, and socially, and represents a crucial step in the transition to motherhood. Primiparous women often experience fear related to childbirth due to uncertainty about the process, pain, or possible complications. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 to 45 years, women onlyHealthy volunteers can take part
- Conditions the study is for
- Fear of Childbirth, Primiparous Women, Vaginal Birth Rate
- What is being tested?
- Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR Codes
- Type of treatment
- Lifestyle or therapy programme
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 100 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 1 Jan 2026to 31 May 2026
- Phase
- Interventional
- Are there results?
- Not yet: the study is under way
Key requirements
Who can take part, as listed by the sponsor. Only the study team can confirm whether you are eligible, so take this list to your doctor.
- Ages 18 to 45 years
- Women only
- Healthy volunteers accepted
- Adult
Who may be able to join
- Being literate
- Being 18 years of age or older
- Being primigravida
- Being between 28-32 weeks of gestation
- Owning a smartphone
- Having internet access
- Being able to speak and understand Turkish
Who cannot join
- Multiparity
- High-risk pregnancy
- Having a diagnosed psychiatric disorder
- Failure to complete the questionnaires during the study period Preterm birth or pregnancy loss before completion of the study
Trial locations and contacts
1 site in 1 country. Contact the study team or a site near you to ask about taking part.
Turkey (Türkiye)1 site
Atatürk University - Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Midwifery
Erzurum, Yakutiye, 25030
About this study
Official title: The Effect of a QR Code-Based Virtual Tour of the Delivery Room on Fear of Childbirth, Childbirth Readiness, Vaginal Birth Rate, and Postpartum Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy in Primiparous Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
Childbirth is a unique experience that affects maternal health physiologically, emotionally, and socially, and represents a crucial step in the transition to motherhood. Primiparous women often experience fear related to childbirth due to uncertainty about the process, pain, or possible complications. This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of a QR code-based virtual tour of the delivery room on primiparous women's fear of childbirth, childbirth readiness, vaginal birth rate, and postpartum breastfeeding self-efficacy. Participants will be provided access to three virtual videos via QR codes, allowing them to explore the delivery room, understand the admission process, and learn about postpartum care. The study will assess outcomes using validated scales for childbirth fear, prenatal readiness, birth-related self-efficacy, and postpartum breastfeeding. By familiarizing participants with the delivery environment, this intervention aims to reduce fear, improve confidence and preparedness, and encourage vaginal delivery. The findings are expected to inform strategies to enhance maternal experiences, support national initiatives such as the Normal Birth Action Plan, and contribute to safer, more satisfying birth and breastfeeding outcomes.
Read the detailed description
Childbirth is a unique experience that affects maternal health physiologically, emotionally, and socially, serving as a significant step in the transition to motherhood. Primiparous women, in particular, often experience fear during pregnancy due to both their anticipation of holding their baby and concerns about the challenges and difficulties they may face during labor. Studies show that fear of childbirth is higher in primiparous women compared to multiparous women and can cause emotional and psychological distress in daily life.
The main causes of fear of childbirth include lack of knowledge about the labor process, inability to tolerate pain, panic, lack of trust in healthcare providers, doubt in vaginal delivery, fear of interventions such as episiotomy or laceration, and concerns about the health of the baby or mother. Additionally, negative birth stories shared in social environments can increase anxiety.
Research indicates that preparation for childbirth can reduce fear and increase active participation in the labor process. When women feel psychologically and physiologically prepared, they are more likely to have a positive birth experience. Furthermore, childbirth self-efficacy-confidence in the ability to cope with labor pain and achieve vaginal birth-is directly associated with birth outcomes. Higher self-efficacy increases perceived control, reduces the need for surgical interventions, and improves postpartum satisfaction.
This study aims to evaluate the effect of a QR code-based virtual tour of the delivery room on childbirth fear, birth readiness, vaginal birth rates, and postpartum breastfeeding self-efficacy in primiparous women. Participants between 28 and 40 weeks of gestation will be provided with a three-step virtual tour: (1) Admission and Interventions in the Delivery Room, (2) Virtual Visit of the Labor and TDL Rooms, and (3) Postpartum Care and Breastfeeding Education. Access to the videos will be provided through separate QR codes for each session.
The study will employ a randomized controlled design. The intervention group will watch the QR code-based videos, and pre-test and post-test measurements will be conducted. The control group will not receive any intervention, and parallel measurements will be taken. Measurement tools include the Wijma Delivery Expectancy/Experience Questionnaire (W-DEQ) Version A, Prenatal Self-Assessment Scale - Birth Readiness Subscale, Self-Efficacy for Normal Birth Scale, Birth Beliefs Scale (BBS), Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (BSES), and Revised Birth Satisfaction Scale (BSS-R).
It is expected that the intervention will reduce fear of childbirth, improve birth readiness and self-efficacy, increase vaginal birth rates, and enhance postpartum breastfeeding satisfaction among primiparous women. Additionally, the study aims to provide an innovative and sustainable model that can contribute to the effectiveness of national initiatives such as Normal Birth Action Plans, Midwifery Clinics, and Antenatal Classes.
The study population consists of primigravida women aged 18-45 attending the Midwifery Clinic at Erzurum City Hospital. The sample size was determined as 100 participants using a priori power analysis and randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups.
- Being tested
- Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR Codes
- Keywords
- Childbirth anxiety, Birth preparedness, Labor self-efficacy, Postpartum breastfeeding, Virtual tour, QR code education, Primigravida
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR CodesBehavioural
Three short videos via QR codes on admission, labor room, and postpartum care.
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Group - QR Code Virtual Delivery Room Tour | Experimental | Participants will watch three short videos via QR codes covering admission, labor room tour, and postpartum care to reduce childbirth fear and increase birth readiness. Receives: Behavioral: Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR Codes |
| Control Group - Standard Prenatal Care | No intervention | Participants will receive standard prenatal care without the virtual tour videos. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Wijma Birth Expectation/Experience Scale (W-Deq) Version A
The scale was developed by Wijma et al. (1998) to determine fear of childbirth. The validity and reliability study of the scale in Turkish was conducted by Körükçü et al. (2012). It is a 33-item scale with specific cutoff points: low degree of fear of childbirth (≤37), moderate degree of fear of childbirth (38-65), severe degree of fear of childbirth (66-84), and clinical degree of fear of childbirth (≥85).
Measured: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
Prenatal Self-Assessment Scale-Readiness for Childbirth Subscale (PSAS-DHO)
The Turkish adaptation of the scale developed by Lederman and Lederman (1979) to assess the adjustment of pregnant women to pregnancy and motherhood was made by Beydağ and Mete (2008). The scale, consisting of 79 items and 7 sub-dimensions, is a 4-point Likert scale (4: describes too much, 3: partially describes, 2: describes somewhat, 1: does not describe at all). The sub-dimensions of the scale are: readiness for childbirth, acceptance of pregnancy, fear of childbirth, acceptance of the maternal role, thoughts about the health of oneself and one's baby, the state of one's relationship with one's own mother, and the state of one's relationship with one's spouse. In this study, the readiness for childbirth sub-dimension will be used. The lowest possible score for the readiness for childbirth sub-dimension is 10, and the highest is 40. A lower score indicates higher adjustment.
Measured: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
Self-Efficacy Scale for Normal Delivery
Developed by Kahraman (2020), this is a visual analog scale consisting of 9 questions. To better understand participants' self-efficacy and self-confidence before birth, and to obtain a kind of birth self-efficacy coefficient, the 9 items were transferred to an 11-point visual scale from 0 to 10. The scoring is as follows: "0 points = lack of self-confidence, 10 points = very confident in myself". As the scores obtained from the self-efficacy scale increase, the degree of self-efficacy also increases.
Measured: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
Birth Beliefs Scale (BBS)
Developed by Preis and Benyamini (2017) to assess women's core beliefs about childbirth, this scale was adapted into Turkish by Paker and Ertem (2022). Consisting of 11 items, this scale uses a five-point Likert scale. It comprises two sub-dimensions: beliefs that perceive childbirth as a natural process and beliefs that view childbirth as a medical process. Scores ranging from 5 to 25 are obtained for the sub-dimension of beliefs regarding the natural process, and scores ranging from 6 to 30 are obtained for the sub-dimension of beliefs regarding the medical process. Scoring is done by dividing the total score of all items belonging to the relevant sub-dimension by the number of items to calculate the arithmetic mean. The sub-dimension with a higher arithmetic mean reflects the dominant belief style of the woman regarding childbirth.
Measured: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
Secondary outcomes (3)
Vaginal Birth Rate
Primiparous women who participated in the study and provided their phone numbers will be contacted within the first 10 days postpartum and asked about the mode of delivery (normal [vaginal] delivery and/or cesarean section).
Measured: Within the first 10 days after delivery.
Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (BSES)-Short Form
The scale was developed by Dennis and Faux (1999) to determine mothers' breastfeeding self-efficacy levels, and the initial form consisted of 33 items. Later, Dennis (2003) removed some items and created a new 14-item "short form of the breastfeeding self-efficacy scale". The Turkish validity and reliability study of the scale was conducted by Aluş Tokat et al. (2010). The scale is suitable for use during pregnancy and the postpartum period. The scale is a 5-point Likert scale ranging from "I'm not sure at all" (1 point) to "I'm always sure" (5 points). The lowest possible score is 14, and the highest is 70. Since there is no cutoff point, a higher score indicates higher breastfeeding self-efficacy.
Measured: On the first 10 days postpartum
Birth Satisfaction Scale Revised (BSS-R) Form
The Turkish validity and reliability study of the scale developed by Hollins-Martin and Martin (2014) was conducted by Gökmen (2017). The WMO-R is a 10-item, 3-subdimension measurement tool administered to women who have had a normal delivery, within the first ten days postpartum. The names of the sub-dimensions of the WMO-R are "quality of care," "stress experienced during labor," and "woman's personal characteristics." The scale uses a 5-point Likert type. Strongly disagree is scored as "0 points," disagree as "1 point," undecided as "2 points," agree as "3 points," and strongly agree as "4 points." Scores range from 0 to 40. A higher score indicates increased birth satisfaction for the woman.
Measured: On the first 10 days postpartum
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted27 Mar 2026
- Study start1 Jan 2026
- Primary completion31 Mar 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion31 May 2026 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Fear of ChildbirthStudies of the same condition, open and under way.
- What the trial phases meanHow a treatment moves from first tests in people to approval.
More details
For doctors and researchers: how the study is designed, who runs it, and its registry IDs.
Study design
- Study type
- Interventional
- Phase
- Phase N/A
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effect of a QR code-based virtual delivery room tour on primigravida women's fear of childbirth, delivery readiness, vaginal birth self-efficacy, and postpartum breastfeeding confidence. Conducted at Erzurum City Hospital, participants aged 18-45 weeks 28-32 gestation, literate, and with smartphone access will be randomized into intervention and control groups. The intervention group watches three short videos via QR codes covering admission, labor, and postpartum care. Primary outcomes include fear of childbirth, readiness for delivery, and birth self-efficacy; secondary outcomes include breastfeeding self-efficacy and birth satisfaction. The study aims to reduce childbirth fear, improve vaginal birth rates, and enhance maternal confidence and satisfaction.
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Ataturk University
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Principal investigator, GAMZE CEYLAN, Ataturk University
- Investigators
- AYLA KANBUR, PROF. DR., Study director, Atatürk University - Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Midwifery
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07496879
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- B.30.2.ATA.0.01.00/576-1
- Other IDs
- Ataturk University BAP Project
- Acronym
- VIRTU-BIRTH
- Status last verified
- Mar 2026
- First submitted
- 11 Mar 2026
- Last updated
- 27 Mar 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No: Individual participant data will not be publicly shared due to privacy and ethical considerations. Data may be available from the principal investigator upon reasonable request and with appropriate ethical approval.
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 27 Mar 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effect of a QR Code-Based Virtual Tour of the Delivery Room on Fear of Childbirth, Childbirth Readiness, Vaginal Birth Rate, and Postpartum Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy in Primiparous Women: A Randomized Controlled Trial
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07496879
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- VIRTU-BIRTH / B.30.2.ATA.0.01.00/576-1
- Keywords
- Childbirth anxiety, Birth preparedness, Labor self-efficacy, Postpartum breastfeeding, Virtual tour, QR code education, Primigravida
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Enrolling by invitation
- Enrolment
- 100 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Ataturk UniversityUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 1 Jan 2026 (actual)
- Primary completion
- 31 Mar 2026 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 31 May 2026 (estimated)
- First posted
- 27 Mar 2026 (actual)
- Results
- Not posted in the source record
Clinical summary
The research question as the sponsor registered it. This describes what the study plans to test, not what it found.
Childbirth is a unique experience that affects maternal health physiologically, emotionally, and socially, and represents a crucial step in the transition to motherhood. Primiparous women often experience fear related to childbirth due to uncertainty about the process, pain, or possible complications. This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effect of a QR code-based virtual tour of the delivery room on primiparous women's fear of childbirth, childbirth readiness, vaginal birth rate, and postpartum breastfeeding self-efficacy. Participants will be provided access to three virtual videos via QR codes, allowing them to explore the delivery room, understand the admission process, and learn about postpartum care. The study will assess outcomes using validated scales for childbirth fear, prenatal readiness, birth-related self-efficacy, and postpartum breastfeeding. By familiarizing participants with the delivery environment, this intervention aims to reduce fear, improve confidence and preparedness, and encourage vaginal delivery. The findings are expected to inform strategies to enhance maternal experiences, support national initiatives such as the Normal Birth Action Plan, and contribute to safer, more satisfying birth and breastfeeding outcomes.
Detailed description
Childbirth is a unique experience that affects maternal health physiologically, emotionally, and socially, serving as a significant step in the transition to motherhood. Primiparous women, in particular, often experience fear during pregnancy due to both their anticipation of holding their baby and concerns about the challenges and difficulties they may face during labor. Studies show that fear of childbirth is higher in primiparous women compared to multiparous women and can cause emotional and psychological distress in daily life.
The main causes of fear of childbirth include lack of knowledge about the labor process, inability to tolerate pain, panic, lack of trust in healthcare providers, doubt in vaginal delivery, fear of interventions such as episiotomy or laceration, and concerns about the health of the baby or mother. Additionally, negative birth stories shared in social environments can increase anxiety.
Research indicates that preparation for childbirth can reduce fear and increase active participation in the labor process. When women feel psychologically and physiologically prepared, they are more likely to have a positive birth experience. Furthermore, childbirth self-efficacy-confidence in the ability to cope with labor pain and achieve vaginal birth-is directly associated with birth outcomes. Higher self-efficacy increases perceived control, reduces the need for surgical interventions, and improves postpartum satisfaction.
This study aims to evaluate the effect of a QR code-based virtual tour of the delivery room on childbirth fear, birth readiness, vaginal birth rates, and postpartum breastfeeding self-efficacy in primiparous women. Participants between 28 and 40 weeks of gestation will be provided with a three-step virtual tour: (1) Admission and Interventions in the Delivery Room, (2) Virtual Visit of the Labor and TDL Rooms, and (3) Postpartum Care and Breastfeeding Education. Access to the videos will be provided through separate QR codes for each session.
The study will employ a randomized controlled design. The intervention group will watch the QR code-based videos, and pre-test and post-test measurements will be conducted. The control group will not receive any intervention, and parallel measurements will be taken. Measurement tools include the Wijma Delivery Expectancy/Experience Questionnaire (W-DEQ) Version A, Prenatal Self-Assessment Scale - Birth Readiness Subscale, Self-Efficacy for Normal Birth Scale, Birth Beliefs Scale (BBS), Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (BSES), and Revised Birth Satisfaction Scale (BSS-R).
It is expected that the intervention will reduce fear of childbirth, improve birth readiness and self-efficacy, increase vaginal birth rates, and enhance postpartum breastfeeding satisfaction among primiparous women. Additionally, the study aims to provide an innovative and sustainable model that can contribute to the effectiveness of national initiatives such as Normal Birth Action Plans, Midwifery Clinics, and Antenatal Classes.
The study population consists of primigravida women aged 18-45 attending the Midwifery Clinic at Erzurum City Hospital. The sample size was determined as 100 participants using a priori power analysis and randomly assigned to the intervention and control groups.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Other
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- This randomized controlled trial evaluates the effect of a QR code-based virtual delivery room tour on primigravida women's fear of childbirth, delivery readiness, vaginal birth self-efficacy, and postpartum breastfeeding confidence. Conducted at Erzurum City Hospital, participants aged 18-45 weeks 28-32 gestation, literate, and with smartphone access will be randomized into intervention and control groups. The intervention group watches three short videos via QR codes covering admission, labor, and postpartum care. Primary outcomes include fear of childbirth, readiness for delivery, and birth self-efficacy; secondary outcomes include breastfeeding self-efficacy and birth satisfaction. The study aims to reduce childbirth fear, improve vaginal birth rates, and enhance maternal confidence and satisfaction.
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| Intervention Group - QR Code Virtual Delivery Room Tour | Experimental | Behavioral: Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR CodesParticipants will watch three short videos via QR codes covering admission, labor room tour, and postpartum care to reduce childbirth fear and increase birth readiness. |
| Control Group - Standard Prenatal Care | No intervention | –Participants will receive standard prenatal care without the virtual tour videos. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 to 45 years
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Accepted
- Age groups
- Adult
Key inclusion criteria (7 listed)
- Being literate
- Being 18 years of age or older
- Being primigravida
- Being between 28-32 weeks of gestation
- Owning a smartphone
Key exclusion criteria (4 listed)
- Multiparity
- High-risk pregnancy
- Having a diagnosed psychiatric disorder
- Failure to complete the questionnaires during the study period Preterm birth or pregnancy loss before completion of the study
Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening; this overview does not establish that a patient qualifies. Full inclusion and exclusion criteria.
Interventions
| Intervention | Type | Arms |
|---|---|---|
| Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR CodesThree short videos via QR codes on admission, labor room, and postpartum care. | Behavioural | Intervention Group - QR Code Virtual Delivery Room Tour |
Primary outcome
Wijma Birth Expectation/Experience Scale (W-Deq) Version A
Time frame: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
The scale was developed by Wijma et al. (1998) to determine fear of childbirth. The validity and reliability study of the scale in Turkish was conducted by Körükçü et al. (2012). It is a 33-item scale with specific cutoff points: low degree of fear of childbirth (≤37), moderate degree of fear of childbirth (38-65), severe degree of fear of childbirth (66-84), and clinical degree of fear of childbirth (≥85).
Prenatal Self-Assessment Scale-Readiness for Childbirth Subscale (PSAS-DHO)
Time frame: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
The Turkish adaptation of the scale developed by Lederman and Lederman (1979) to assess the adjustment of pregnant women to pregnancy and motherhood was made by Beydağ and Mete (2008). The scale, consisting of 79 items and 7 sub-dimensions, is a 4-point Likert scale (4: describes too much, 3: partially describes, 2: describes somewhat, 1: does not describe at all). The sub-dimensions of the scale are: readiness for childbirth, acceptance of pregnancy, fear of childbirth, acceptance of the maternal role, thoughts about the health of oneself and one's baby, the state of one's relationship with one's own mother, and the state of one's relationship with one's spouse. In this study, the readiness for childbirth sub-dimension will be used. The lowest possible score for the readiness for childbirth sub-dimension is 10, and the highest is 40. A lower score indicates higher adjustment.
Self-Efficacy Scale for Normal Delivery
Time frame: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
Developed by Kahraman (2020), this is a visual analog scale consisting of 9 questions. To better understand participants' self-efficacy and self-confidence before birth, and to obtain a kind of birth self-efficacy coefficient, the 9 items were transferred to an 11-point visual scale from 0 to 10. The scoring is as follows: "0 points = lack of self-confidence, 10 points = very confident in myself". As the scores obtained from the self-efficacy scale increase, the degree of self-efficacy also increases.
Birth Beliefs Scale (BBS)
Time frame: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.
Developed by Preis and Benyamini (2017) to assess women's core beliefs about childbirth, this scale was adapted into Turkish by Paker and Ertem (2022). Consisting of 11 items, this scale uses a five-point Likert scale. It comprises two sub-dimensions: beliefs that perceive childbirth as a natural process and beliefs that view childbirth as a medical process. Scores ranging from 5 to 25 are obtained for the sub-dimension of beliefs regarding the natural process, and scores ranging from 6 to 30 are obtained for the sub-dimension of beliefs regarding the medical process. Scoring is done by dividing the total score of all items belonging to the relevant sub-dimension by the number of items to calculate the arithmetic mean. The sub-dimension with a higher arithmetic mean reflects the dominant belief style of the woman regarding childbirth.
3 secondary outcomes
Vaginal Birth Rate
Time frame: Within the first 10 days after delivery.
Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale (BSES)-Short Form
Time frame: On the first 10 days postpartum
Birth Satisfaction Scale Revised (BSS-R) Form
Time frame: On the first 10 days postpartum
Results and safety
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
Research links
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govLast updated by the sponsor 27 Mar 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No. Individual participant data will not be publicly shared due to privacy and ethical considerations. Data may be available from the principal investigator upon reasonable request and with appropriate ethical approval.
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Referral and contact
AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals. Contact the study team or a site listed below; they decide who can take part.
AYLA KANBUR, PROF. DR. study director
Atatürk University - Faculty of Health Sciences, Department of Midwifery
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing Virtual Delivery Room Tour via QR Codes in people with Fear of Childbirth and Primiparous Women, run by Ataturk University at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
The full registered description is in the About this study section and the official record.
Who may be eligible to take part?
The sponsor lists 7 inclusion and 4 exclusion criteria. Eligibility is decided by the study team after screening, so read the full criteria and contact a listed site.
Is this clinical trial currently recruiting?
The record says: enrolling by invitation, as of the sponsor's last update on 27 Mar 2026. Status can change between updates, so confirm with the study contact before making plans.
Where is the study taking place?
The record lists 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye). Whether a site is taking part right now should be confirmed with that site. See every site.
What are the possible benefits and risks?
They depend on the study and the treatment, and no study can promise a benefit. The study team explains the known risks during informed consent, before anyone joins; the record itself does not list them.
Are results available for this study?
This study is still under way. Results are not available in the source record yet.
How can a doctor refer a patient or contact the research team?
The record lists no contact. The official record names the sponsor, who can be asked directly. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Wijma Birth Expectation/Experience Scale (W-Deq) Version A (time frame: It will be administered as a pre-test between the 28th and 32nd weeks of pregnancy, and as a post-test between the 38th and 40th weeks of pregnancy.). The study lists 4 primary outcomes in all. It is what the study was designed to measure, not a finding.
Where can I read the original study information?
Does a listing mean the treatment is approved or proven to work?
No. A listing means the study is registered. It does not show that the treatment is safe, works, or is approved by a regulator.
How often is this information updated?
AzTrials copies changed records from ClinicalTrials.gov every night and reloads the whole registry every week. The sponsor last updated this record on 27 Mar 2026.