This randomized controlled trial aims to evaluate the effects of a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program on birth memory and perception of traumatic birth among women who have undergone vaginal delivery. The study will be conducted between July and October 2025 at Malatya Training and Research Hospital. Participants in the intervention group will attend an 8-week MBSR program, while the control group will receive no intervention. Data will be collected using validated scales before and after the intervention. The primary outcomes are changes in birth memory and traumatic birth perception scores.
Women who have undergone a vaginal birth
Literate and able to understand Turkish
No diagnosed psychiatric disorder
Have access to internet and a smart device (for online MBSR sessions)
History of pregnancy loss, stillbirth, or neonatal death
Complications during postpartum period in mother or newborn
Incomplete data collection or failure to attend MBSR sessions
Parallel
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)
BehavioralThe MBSR program consists of eight weekly sessions, each lasting 60-90 minutes. The first session will be delivered face-to-face in the hospital, and the remaining sessions will be conducted online via Zoom. The program content includes mindful breathing, body scanning, stress management, emotional regulation, and interpersonal mindfulness exercises.
Change in Birth Memory Score
Assessed by the Birth Memory and Recall Scale. Measures the quality and nature of the memory related to the childbirth experience.Assessed by the Birth Memory and Recall Scale (range 6-147). Higher scores indicate more vivid, intense, and emotionally charged birth memories. Items are rated on a 7-point Likert scale. Items 1, 3, and 11 are reverse scored.
Change in Perception of Traumatic Birth
Measured using the Traumatic Birth Perception Scale to evaluate psychological responses and perceived trauma related to childbirth.Measured using the Traumatic Birth Perception Scale (range 0-130). Each item is scored from 0 to 10. Higher scores indicate a higher level of perceived trauma related to childbirth.
Change in Mindfulness Level
Assessed by the State Mindfulness Scale (range 21-105). Each item is scored from 1 to 5. Higher scores reflect greater mindfulness during the present moment.Assessed by the State Mindfulness Scale (range 21-105). Each item is scored from 1 to 5. Higher scores reflect greater mindfulness during the present moment.
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Kader ATABEY
Lead sponsor
Inonu University
Sponsor institution
Malatya Egitim Ve Arastirma Hastanesi
Collaborator
