Satisfaction and use of a spiritually based mantram intervention for childbirth-related fears in couples.
This study assessed patient satisfaction with the use of a spiritually based (mantram/sacred word) intervention in expecting couples. A mixed-methods design, experimental repeated measures with interviews at 6-month follow-up was conducted. Satisfaction was moderate to high. Mantram was used for labor pains and uncertainty. Implications include scheduling flexible classes earlier in pregnancy. A larger randomized study is needed to assess intervention effectiveness.
Hunter
Lauren
L
School of Nursing, San Diego State University, CA 92182-4158, USA. lhunter@mail.sdsu.edu
Bormann
Jill
J
Belding
Wendy
W
Sobo
Elisa J
EJ
Axman
Linnea
L
Reseter
Brenda K
BK
Hanson
Suzanne M
SM
Miranda Anderson
Veronica
V
D005239:Fear; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D036801:Parturition / Q000523:psychology*; D011247:Pregnancy; D029181:Spirituality