The Implementation of Mind–Body Therapy–Based Complementary Midwifery Care on Reproductive Well-Being among Women of Reproductive Age
Hikmah Hikmah, Eka Mardiana Afrilia, Titin Martini
Media of Health Research August 19, 2026 DOI: 10.70716/mohr.v4i3.644 (opens in new tab)
Study at a glance
AI-extracted from the abstract| Characteristics | Quasi-experimental one-group pretest–posttest study Peer reviewed |
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| Sample size | 30 |
| Population | Women of reproductive age, 15–49 years, selected by purposive sampling |
| Interventions | Breathing exercises Mindfulness meditation Progressive relaxation |
| Duration | Four weekly sessions; measured before and after the intervention |
| Key findings | Reproductive well-being scores increased from a mean of 58.93 to 77.43 after four weekly mind–body therapy sessions, a statistically significant improvement with a very large effect size (Cohen's d = 5.47). The authors conclude that mind–body therapy–based complementary midwifery care may be a valuable non-pharmacological strategy for holistic reproductive health services. |
Abstract
Reproductive well-being is influenced not only by physiological factors but also by psychological conditions such as stress and emotional imbalance. Mind–body therapy has emerged as a complementary approach that may enhance psychological regulation and overall well-being. This study aimed to examine the effect of mind–body therapy–based complementary midwifery care on reproductive well-being among women of reproductive age.
Methods: A quasi-experimental study with a one-group pretest–posttest design was conducted among 30 women aged 15–49 years, selected through purposive sampling. The intervention consisted of four weekly sessions of breathing exercises, mindfulness meditation, and progressive relaxation. Reproductive well-being was measured with a structured questionnaire before and after the intervention and analyzed using a paired-sample t-test (α = 0.05).
Results: The mean reproductive well-being score increased from 58.93 to 77.43 after the intervention. A paired-sample t-test showed a statistically significant improvement (t(29) = -29.970, p < 0.001, 95% CI [-19.762, -17.238]), with a very large effect size (Cohen’s d = 5.47).
Conclusion: Mind–body therapy–based complementary midwifery care significantly improved reproductive well-being among women of reproductive age and may serve as a valuable, non-pharmacological strategy for holistic, patient-centered reproductive health services.