The Effects of Yoga on Pregnant Women
The Effects of Yoga on Stress, Sexual Life Quality, and Sleep Habits in Pregnant Women: A Randomized Controlled Study
Amasya University
70 participants
Mar 15, 2026
INTERVENTIONAL
Conditions
Summary
It is thought that a yoga intervention administered to pregnant women will reduce stress levels, enhance sexual quality of life, and positively affect sleep habits. According to the power analysis results, the study must include at least 70 pregnant women (35 in the experimental group and 35 in the control group). Data will be collected through a Personal Information Form, the Perceived Stress Scale (PSS), the Sexual Quality of Life Questionnaire-Female (SQLQ-F), and a Sleep Habits Form. In this study, the yoga practice will be administered to the pregnant women in the experimental group by the researcher.
Eligibility
Inclusion Criteria5
- In their third trimester,
- Able to read and write in Turkish,
- Use a smartphone and have internet access,
- Have no communication barriers,
- Voluntarily agree to participate in the research.
Exclusion Criteria5
- Pregnant women with any risk factors during pregnancy,
- Pregnant women with any chronic illness,
- Pregnant women with a diagnosed psychological problem,
- Pregnant women with any exercise restrictions imposed by a physician,
- Pregnant women participating in a different training program (meditation, relaxation, etc.)
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Interventions
Prenatal yoga training is designed taking into account the physiological and psychological changes of pregnancy. The training includes low-risk and pregnancy-appropriate yoga practices that prioritize the safety of pregnant women.
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NCT07485790