Effect of Baby Massage on Postnatal Maternal Attachment and Depression
Launched by GAZI UNIVERSITY · Jun 19, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of April 25, 2025
Completed
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
Postpartum depression is a common and serious mood disorder influenced by various factors. The global prevalence of postpartum depression has been identified as 17.22%. Depressive symptoms experienced by the mother can affect her daily activities and have a negative impact on infant care. Postpartum depression can also affect mother-infant bonding. A healthy bond between the mother and the baby supports the baby in feeling secure, emotionally satisfied, and adapting to the world. Infant massage has been encouraged in recent years for mothers as it can create positive effects on both depress...
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • Primiparous
- • Singleton pregnancy
- • Delivery at term (37-42 weeks of gestation)
- • Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale score ≤ 12
- • No physical health issues preventing massage
- • No history of psychiatric illness (self-reported)
- • At least basic literacy
- • Residing in Ankara
- • No previous training in infant massage
- • Speaking the same language as the researcher
- • Absence of any anomaly, malformation, or health issue preventing massage (for infants)
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • Not having completed the infant massage training
- • Wanting to withdraw from the study for any reason
About Gazi University
Gazi University, a leading research institution based in Ankara, Turkey, is committed to advancing medical knowledge and improving patient care through innovative clinical trials. With a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration, the university integrates cutting-edge research with clinical practice to explore new therapeutic approaches and enhance existing treatments. Gazi University adheres to the highest ethical standards and regulatory guidelines, ensuring the integrity and safety of its clinical trials. By fostering partnerships with healthcare professionals and academic institutions, Gazi University aims to contribute significantly to the global scientific community and address pressing health challenges.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Ankara, , Turkey
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Ceyda Sarper-Erkılıç
Principal Investigator
Gazi University
Ayten Şentürk-Erenel
Principal Investigator
Lokman Hekim Üniversitesi
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported