The Effect of Watching Cat Videos on Non-Stress Test Results And Stress Parameters in Pregnant Women

Pregnancy is a period in which women are physiologically and psychologically vulnerable, and the stress experienced can affect both maternal mental health and fetal well-being. The non-stress test (NST), used to assess fetal health in the final weeks of pregnancy, can cause anxiety in some women because it requires the mother to remain supine and immobile for extended periods. Prolonged testing or non-reactive results can also increase this stress. Therefore, simple methods are needed to reduce stress during NST. Humorous and cute content, especially animal videos, is known to promote positive emotions and psychological relaxation. This study evaluated the effects of watching cat videos during NST on stress levels and fetal physiological parameters in primiparous pregnant women.

NCT Number	NCT07332039
Lead Sponsor	Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa
Conditions	Maternal Stress, Fetal Well-Being
Enrollment	50 participants
Start Date	2026-01-25
Primary Completion	2026-02-02 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-02-05 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-02-11