162
Participants
Start Date
February 1, 2018
Primary Completion Date
December 15, 2023
Study Completion Date
September 10, 2024
Relaxation & Breastfeeding Education
"Pregnant women in this group will be trained in 10 individual interactive sessions, focusing on relaxation techniques and breastfeeding including:~1. Diaphragmatic breathing~2. Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) - tailored for pregnant women.~3. Guided imagery~4. the analysis of the concept of stress and stress management strategies for pregnancy including Cognitive-behavioral approach (CBT principles)~5. Mindfulness-based pregnancy adaptation including positive thinking and wellbeing during pregnancy .~6. Pregnancy stages.~7. Benefits of breastfeeding.~8. Breastfeeding guide and practical applications.~9. Labor stages and childbirth preparation.~10. Newborn and infant needs at home Every relaxation technique training will last 20 minutes practice in every session Additionally pregnant women will be practiced at least 3 times weekly during pregnancy"
Active comparator
"Participants in this group will receive only interactive online education, focusing exclusively on breastfeeding and newborn care. The Programme included ten remote sessions:~1. Pregnancy stages.~2. Benefits of breastfeeding.~3. Skin-to-skin contact and rooming-in during the first days.~4. The role of breastfeeding in maternal emotional well-being.~5. Breastfeeding guide and practical applications.~6. Maternal nutrition during breastfeeding.~7. Common breastfeeding challenges.~8. The father's role in breastfeeding support.~9. Labor stages and childbirth preparation~10. Newborn and infant needs at home."
control group
This group will received only standard prenatal and postnatal care at a Baby-Friendly Hospital, which adheres to WHO and UNICEF guidelines for breastfeeding support. They did not participate in additional structured educational programs or relaxation training.
"Maternity Hospital ELENA VENIZELOU", Athens
General and Maternity Hospital of Athens Elena Venizelou
OTHER
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens
OTHER