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Effects of Mint-Flavored Chewing Gum on Childbirth
Sponsor: Uskudar University
Summary
This study aims to examine the effect of chewing mint-flavored gum during childbirth on labor pain and anxiety levels. Chewing mint-flavored gum is a non-pharmacological method used during childbirth, and it is believed that it can help women cope with pain and anxiety during childbirth.
Official title: The Effect of Mint-Flavored Chewing Gum on Pain and Anxiety During the Active Phase of Labor
Key Details
Gender
FEMALE
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
106
Start Date
2025-10-09
Completion Date
2026-02-24
Last Updated
2026-09-03
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
Routine midwifery care
Only midwifery services were provided to pregnant women in the control group.
Mint Chewing Gum During Labor
Participants in the intervention group chewed mint-flavored sugar-free gum for at least 20 minutes during childbirth. The intervention was performed in 4-5 cm, 6-7 cm and 8-9 cm cervical dilatations. Pain and anxiety levels were evaluated at each stage.
Locations (1)
Uskudar University Faculty of Health Sciences
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)