The effect of a brief audio-guided self-hypnosis intervention on fear of childbirth during normal delivery: A non-randomised controlled trial

Key Points

• Fear of childbirth significantly decreased after the intervention, enhancing overall delivery experience.
• Participants in the self-hypnosis group reported a 30% reduction in fear levels compared to the control group.
• Non-randomised controlled trial assessed the effects of audio-guided self-hypnosis on childbirth anxiety.
• Results support the potential role of self-hypnosis in managing fear during childbirth.