Primiparous Pregnant WomenNCT07839962
The Effects of Innatal Yoga Practices on Pain, Comfort, and Satisfaction in Primiparous Women
A study testing innatal yoga group in people with Primiparous Pregnant Women and Yoga, run by Handan ASATEKİN at 1 site in Turkey (Türkiye).
Trial summary
The aim of this study is to examine the effects of prenatal yoga practices on labor pain, comfort level during labor, and overall birth satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women in Turkey. Read more about this study
- Who is it for?
- Ages 18 years and older, women only
- Conditions the study is for
- Primiparous Pregnant Women, Yoga, Labor Pains
- What is being tested?
- innatal yoga group
- Could I receive a placebo?
- No, everyone receives an active treatment
- How many people
- 74 participants
- Where
- 1 siteTurkey (Türkiye)
- Study dates
- 15 Nov 2026to 1 Dec 2027
- 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 years and older
- Women only
- No healthy volunteers
- Adult, Older adult
Who may be able to join
- Volunteers to participate in the study,
- Able to communicate in Turkish,
- Literate,
- Not diagnosed with any high-risk pregnancy,
- Primiparous (first pregnancy),
- In latent phase (dilation 0-5 cm) upon admission to the delivery room,
- Not having a previous psychiatric diagnosis,
- Pregnant women without any identified maternal or infant risk factors during their pregnancy.
Who cannot join
- Pregnant women who give birth via cesarean section and do not meet the inclusion criteria will be excluded from 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
Mus Alparslan University Campus, Diyarbakir Road 7th km, 49250 Mus Center/Mus,
Muş, Mus Center, 49250
About this study
The aim of this study is to examine the effects of prenatal yoga practices on labor pain, comfort level during labor, and overall birth satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women in Turkey. This study, which will be conducted using a randomized controlled trial design, aims to measure both the physical contribution of prenatal yoga practice to the birthing process and its effects on psychological well-being and satisfaction, thereby providing evidence-based recommendations to improve the quality of childbirth services.
Read the detailed description
Childbirth is a significant turning point in a woman's life cycle, both physiologically and psychologically. For primiparous women, especially first-time mothers, this process can be filled with intense pain, uncertainty, anxiety, and stress. Research shows that 60% to 80% of women worldwide experience anxiety and fear during childbirth (Bharati, Pokhrel \& Bhandari, 2024). A study conducted in Turkey found that 66.3% of pregnant women experienced high levels of fear related to labor pains. Fear of childbirth is not only a psychological experience but can also negatively impact the physiological functioning of the birthing process. Intense fear of childbirth can lead to prolonged labor, an increase in the preference for cesarean sections, and the development of problems such as postpartum depression or post-traumatic stress disorder. Furthermore, the negative impact of fear of childbirth on birth self-efficacy makes the birthing experience more challenging for primiparous women. Key causes of fear of childbirth include intolerance to pain, concern about harming the mother or baby, fear of losing control during labor, and distrust of healthcare personnel. These fears are experienced more intensely, especially in women who have never given birth before; comparative studies have found that primiparous women have significantly higher levels of fear compared to multiparous women. Negative emotions experienced during childbirth directly affect a mother's comfort during labor, her satisfaction with the birth, and her postpartum well-being. Although pain is a natural part of childbirth, how this process is managed, the mother's overall perception of childbirth, and its duration play a decisive role. According to the World Health Organization, the global cesarean section rate is 21%, while in Türkiye this rate has reached 58% (Turkish Statistical Institute, 2023). This situation once again emphasizes the importance of managing the fear of childbirth and pain. In conclusion, it appears that yoga practices help reduce fear of childbirth, contribute to women developing a positive perception of childbirth, and increase satisfaction with birth.
- Conditions
- Primiparous Pregnant Women, Yoga, Labor Pains
- Being tested
- innatal yoga group
- Keywords
- Primiparous Pregnant Women, yoga, labor pain
- Medical subject headings
- Labor Pain
What participants receive
What participants receive. In a randomised study each person is assigned to one group by chance.
innatal yoga groupOther
Primiparous pregnant women with cervical dilation between 0-5 cm, who were randomly assigned to experimental and control groups, will be administered a Personal Information Form, the Numerical Rating Scale (MRS), the Verbal Category Scale (VCS), and the Birth Comfort Scale (BCS). Following this, only the pregnant women in the experimental group will perform 8 different yoga poses, each pose lasting 5 minutes, as determined by the researchers. Routine care will be provided to the control group. After the yoga session, a vaginal examination will be performed by the same midwife, and all pregnant women will be re-administered the MRS, VCS, and BCS. After labor, both the experimental and control groups will be administered the Birth Satisfaction Scale-Short Form (BSS-S).
| Study group | Role | What they receive |
|---|---|---|
| innatal yoga group | Experimental | Primiparous pregnant women arriving at the hospital for delivery will be randomly divided into two groups after admission to the delivery room (latent phase) if they meet the sampling criteria. The pregnant women will be informed about the study and their consent obtained through face-to-face interviews conducted by the researchers. Pregnant women with cervical dilation between 0-5 cm who are randomly selected for the study will complete a Personal Information Form, the Numerical Rating Scale (MRS), the Verbal Category Scale (VCS), and the Birth Comfort Scale (BCS). The pregnant women will perform 8 different innatal yoga poses determined by the researchers, each pose lasting 5 minutes, for a total of 40 minutes. Following the yoga practice, a vaginal examination will be performed by the same midwife, and the MRS, VCS, and BCS will be administered again. After labor, the Birth Satisfaction Scale-Short Form (BSS-S) will be administered to the women. Receives: Other: innatal yoga group |
| routine primiparous group | No intervention | Primiparous pregnant women arriving at the hospital for delivery will be randomly assigned to two groups after admission to the delivery room (latent phase), provided they meet the sampling criteria. These women in the control group will be informed about the study and their consent obtained through face-to-face interviews conducted by the researcher. Pregnant women with cervical dilation between 0-5 cm who were assigned to the control group after randomization will complete the Personal Information Form, the Numerical Rating Scale (MRS), the Verbal Category Scale (VCS), and the Birth Comfort Scale (BCS). After receiving routine care, the same midwife will perform a vaginal examination on the pregnant woman 40 minutes later, and the MRS, VCS, and BCS will be administered again. Following labor, the Birth Satisfaction Scale-Short Form (BSS-S) will be administered to the pregnant women in the control group. |
What is being measured
The primary outcome is the main question the study is designed to answer.
Yoga practices aim to reduce fear of childbirth, help women develop a positive perception of childbirth, and increase satisfaction with birth.
The DMÖ-K is a 10-item scale using a five-point Likert type. The scale is scored as follows: "Strongly agree" (4 points), "Agree" (3 points), "Undecided" (2 points), "Disagree" (1 point), "Strongly disagree" (0 points). Items 2, 4, 7, and 8 are reverse-calculated. The lowest possible score is "0", and the highest is "40"; higher scores indicate higher satisfaction levels.
Measured: From the 0-5 cm cervical dilation range to the early postpartum period (4-24 hours)
Timeline
From the start of the study to its completion; the mark is today. Estimated dates are the sponsor’s plan.
- First posted24 Sep 2026
- Study start15 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion1 Dec 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion1 Dec 2027 (estimated)
Resources
- Official record on ClinicalTrials.govThe registry entry this page is built from, with its full change history.
- Other trials for Primiparous Pregnant WomenStudies 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
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Model description
- The research was planned as a randomized controlled experimental type study. Primiparous pregnant women who come to the hospital for birth and who meet the sampling criteria after being admitted to the delivery room (in the latent phase) will be divided into two groups by randomization. Each of these pregnant women, divided into experimental and control groups, will be informed about the study by the researcher in their rooms using face-to-face interview technique. In order to perform innatal yoga practice, the cervical openings of the pregnant women will be taken as basis and the midwife working in the delivery room will be asked to perform a vaginal examination. In order to prevent differences between cervical measurements during the application process, vaginal examination of pregnant women will be performed by a single midwife. Personal information form, Numerical Evaluation Scale (SDS), Verbal Category Scale (SCQ) and Birth Comfort Scale (DCO) will be applied to the pregnant women
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Enrolment
- 74 participants (estimated)
Sponsor and investigators
- Lead sponsor
- Handan ASATEKİN
- Sponsor type
- University, hospital or other
- Responsible party
- Sponsor-investigator, Handan ASATEKİN, Muş Alparslan University
IDs, dates and publications
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07839962
- Sponsor's protocol ID
- MusAlparslanU-SBF-HAZ-002
- Status last verified
- Sep 2026
- First submitted
- 6 Jun 2026
- Last updated
- 24 Sep 2026
- Results posted
- No
- Data monitoring committee
- No
- FDA-regulated drug
- No
- FDA-regulated device
- No
- Individual data sharing
- No
Study at a glance
From the registry record, last updated by the sponsor on 24 Sep 2026. Recruitment status is as the sponsor reported it: confirm with the study team.
- Official title
- The Effects of Innatal Yoga Practices on Pain, Comfort, and Satisfaction in Primiparous Women
- ClinicalTrials.gov ID
- NCT07839962
- Acronym / sponsor ID
- MusAlparslanU-SBF-HAZ-002
- Conditions
- Primiparous Pregnant Women, Yoga, Labor Pains
- Keywords
- Primiparous Pregnant Women, yoga, labor pain
- Study type
- Interventional
- Recruitment status
- Not yet recruiting
- Enrolment
- 74 participants (estimated)
- Lead sponsor
- Handan ASATEKİNUniversity, hospital or other
- Study start
- 15 Nov 2026 (estimated)
- Primary completion
- 1 Dec 2027 (estimated)
- Study completion
- 1 Dec 2027 (estimated)
- First posted
- 24 Sep 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.
The aim of this study is to examine the effects of prenatal yoga practices on labor pain, comfort level during labor, and overall birth satisfaction in primiparous pregnant women in Turkey. This study, which will be conducted using a randomized controlled trial design, aims to measure both the physical contribution of prenatal yoga practice to the birthing process and its effects on psychological well-being and satisfaction, thereby providing evidence-based recommendations to improve the quality of childbirth services.
Detailed description
Childbirth is a significant turning point in a woman's life cycle, both physiologically and psychologically. For primiparous women, especially first-time mothers, this process can be filled with intense pain, uncertainty, anxiety, and stress. Research shows that 60% to 80% of women worldwide experience anxiety and fear during childbirth (Bharati, Pokhrel \& Bhandari, 2024). A study conducted in Turkey found that 66.3% of pregnant women experienced high levels of fear related to labor pains. Fear of childbirth is not only a psychological experience but can also negatively impact the physiological functioning of the birthing process. Intense fear of childbirth can lead to prolonged labor, an increase in the preference for cesarean sections, and the development of problems such as postpartum depression or post-traumatic stress disorder. Furthermore, the negative impact of fear of childbirth on birth self-efficacy makes the birthing experience more challenging for primiparous women. Key causes of fear of childbirth include intolerance to pain, concern about harming the mother or baby, fear of losing control during labor, and distrust of healthcare personnel. These fears are experienced more intensely, especially in women who have never given birth before; comparative studies have found that primiparous women have significantly higher levels of fear compared to multiparous women. Negative emotions experienced during childbirth directly affect a mother's comfort during labor, her satisfaction with the birth, and her postpartum well-being. Although pain is a natural part of childbirth, how this process is managed, the mother's overall perception of childbirth, and its duration play a decisive role. According to the World Health Organization, the global cesarean section rate is 21%, while in Türkiye this rate has reached 58% (Turkish Statistical Institute, 2023). This situation once again emphasizes the importance of managing the fear of childbirth and pain. In conclusion, it appears that yoga practices help reduce fear of childbirth, contribute to women developing a positive perception of childbirth, and increase satisfaction with birth.
Study design
- Primary purpose
- Supportive care
- Allocation
- Randomised
- Intervention model
- Parallel groups
- Masking
- None (open label)
- Number of arms
- 2
- Model description
- The research was planned as a randomized controlled experimental type study. Primiparous pregnant women who come to the hospital for birth and who meet the sampling criteria after being admitted to the delivery room (in the latent phase) will be divided into two groups by randomization. Each of these pregnant women, divided into experimental and control groups, will be informed about the study by the researcher in their rooms using face-to-face interview technique. In order to perform innatal yoga practice, the cervical openings of the pregnant women will be taken as basis and the midwife working in the delivery room will be asked to perform a vaginal examination. In order to prevent differences between cervical measurements during the application process, vaginal examination of pregnant women will be performed by a single midwife. Personal information form, Numerical Evaluation Scale (SDS), Verbal Category Scale (SCQ) and Birth Comfort Scale (DCO) will be applied to the pregnant women
| Arm | Type | Receives |
|---|---|---|
| innatal yoga group | Experimental | Other: innatal yoga groupPrimiparous pregnant women arriving at the hospital for delivery will be randomly divided into two groups after admission to the delivery room (latent phase) if they meet the sampling criteria. The pregnant women will be informed about the study and their consent obtained through face-to-face interviews conducted by the researchers. Pregnant women with cervical dilation between 0-5 cm who are randomly selected for the study will complete a Personal Information Form, the Numerical Rating Scale (MRS), the Verbal Category Scale (VCS), and the Birth Comfort Scale (BCS). The pregnant women will perform 8 different innatal yoga poses determined by the researchers, each pose lasting 5 minutes, for a total of 40 minutes. Following the yoga practice, a vaginal examination will be performed by the same midwife, and the MRS, VCS, and BCS will be administered again. After labor, the Birth Satisfaction Scale-Short Form (BSS-S) will be administered to the women. |
| routine primiparous group | No intervention | –Primiparous pregnant women arriving at the hospital for delivery will be randomly assigned to two groups after admission to the delivery room (latent phase), provided they meet the sampling criteria. These women in the control group will be informed about the study and their consent obtained through face-to-face interviews conducted by the researcher. Pregnant women with cervical dilation between 0-5 cm who were assigned to the control group after randomization will complete the Personal Information Form, the Numerical Rating Scale (MRS), the Verbal Category Scale (VCS), and the Birth Comfort Scale (BCS). After receiving routine care, the same midwife will perform a vaginal examination on the pregnant woman 40 minutes later, and the MRS, VCS, and BCS will be administered again. Following labor, the Birth Satisfaction Scale-Short Form (BSS-S) will be administered to the pregnant women in the control group. |
Who may qualify
- Ages
- 18 years and older
- Sex
- Female only
- Healthy volunteers
- Not accepted
- Age groups
- Adult, Older adult
Key inclusion criteria (8 listed)
- Volunteers to participate in the study,
- Able to communicate in Turkish,
- Literate,
- Not diagnosed with any high-risk pregnancy,
- Primiparous (first pregnancy),
Key exclusion criteria (1 listed)
- Pregnant women who give birth via cesarean section and do not meet the inclusion criteria will be excluded from 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 |
|---|---|---|
| innatal yoga groupPrimiparous pregnant women with cervical dilation between 0-5 cm, who were randomly assigned to experimental and control groups, will be administered a Personal Information Form, the Numerical Rating Scale (MRS), the Verbal Category Scale (VCS), and the Birth Comfort Scale (BCS). Following this, only the pregnant women in the experimental group will perform 8 different yoga poses, each pose lasting 5 minutes, as determined by the researchers. Routine care will be provided to the control group. After the yoga session, a vaginal examination will be performed by the same midwife, and all pregnant women will be re-administered the MRS, VCS, and BCS. After labor, both the experimental and control groups will be administered the Birth Satisfaction Scale-Short Form (BSS-S). | Other | innatal yoga group |
Primary outcome
Yoga practices aim to reduce fear of childbirth, help women develop a positive perception of childbirth, and increase satisfaction with birth.
Time frame: From the 0-5 cm cervical dilation range to the early postpartum period (4-24 hours)
The DMÖ-K is a 10-item scale using a five-point Likert type. The scale is scored as follows: "Strongly agree" (4 points), "Agree" (3 points), "Undecided" (2 points), "Disagree" (1 point), "Strongly disagree" (0 points). Items 2, 4, 7, and 8 are reverse-calculated. The lowest possible score is "0", and the highest is "40"; higher scores indicate higher satisfaction levels.
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 24 Sep 2026.
- Individual participant dataSharing planned: No
Related trials for Primiparous Pregnant Women
Recruiting
The Effect Of Partner-Assısted Rebozo Technıque On Labor Paın And Satısfactıon In Prımary Pregnant Women
Labor Pains
Not yet recruiting
Coloring Activity Applied During Labor in Primiparous Pregnant Women and Its Effect on Birth Anxiety and Fear of Childbirth
Fear of Childbirth, Mandala Coloring
Recruiting
Virtual Reality-Enabled Digital Storytelling
Primiparous Pregnant Women
Not yet recruiting
The Effect of Model-based Education on Breastfeeding Self-efficacy and Success
Breastfeeding
Not yet recruiting
THE EFFECT OF 360° VIDEO-ASSISTED TRAINING ON VERTICAL BIRTH POSITIONS IN PRIMIPAROUS WOMEN ON FEAR OF CHILDBIRTH, SELF-EFFICACY IN CHILDBIRTH, SATISFACTION WITH CHILDBIRTH, AND PERINEAL TRAUMA: A RANDOMIZED CONTROLLED TRIAL
Childbirth
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.
1 site in 1 country: see every site and its status.
Questions about this trial
What is this clinical trial studying?
A study testing innatal yoga group in people with Primiparous Pregnant Women and Yoga, run by Handan ASATEKİN 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 8 inclusion and 1 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: opening soon, as of the sponsor's last update on 24 Sep 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?
Contact Handan ASATEKİN YAZGU, PhD (+90 507-181-3511, h.asatekin@alparslan.edu.tr), or a site near the patient. AzTrials does not enrol participants or take referrals.
What does the primary outcome measure?
Yoga practices aim to reduce fear of childbirth, help women develop a positive perception of childbirth, and increase satisfaction with birth. (time frame: From the 0-5 cm cervical dilation range to the early postpartum period (4-24 hours)). 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 24 Sep 2026.