Publications by authors named "Fatma Sule Bilgic"

Background: Sexuality is influenced by a combination of psychological, emotional, and physiological factors, where sexual satisfaction is a key component. Progressive muscle relaxation exercises are commonly used to reduce anxiety and improve physical relaxation, but their impact on sexual satisfaction and function, particularly for individuals with low sexual satisfaction, has not been widely studied. This study aimed to investigate the effect of progressive muscle relaxation exercises applied to women with low sexual satisfaction on the sexual satisfaction and function of both the women and their partners.

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Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of umbilical cord clamping time and milking on blood parameters in preterm neonates.

Methods: A literature search was conducted between July and September 2024 in four databases. The search was performed using MeSH-based keywords.

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This study was conducted to examine the effects of cyberchondria severity on intolerance of uncertainty, fear of childbirth, and anxiety related to health and pregnancy in pregnant women. The cross-sectional study was conducted between 1 August 2024 and 1 February 2025 (6 months) at the Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic of Aydın Adnan Menderes University Hospital. 149 pregnant women who met the sample selection criteria were included in the study.

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Objective: In this study, it was aimed to examine the superstitions and practices of women about pregnancy, birth, puerperium, and baby care.

Methods: The cross-sectional study was conducted on the online platform in May-June 2023 with 612 women across Turkey. The data were obtained through the "Data Collection Form" and the "Non-Functional Belief and Practices Scale.

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Background: The transition to complementary feeding directly affects child health. In this period, economic and cultural factors affect the transition to complementary feeding. The aim of this study was to investigate the transition behaviours of mothers with 6-month-old babies who were in the process of transition to complementary feeding.

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The aim of this research was to assess the effects of online infant care education and postnatal counseling, based on Meleis's transition theory, on maternal self-esteem and infant health. The randomized controlled trial was conducted between November 2022 and May 2023 with 102 mothers and their infants, n = 52 in the intervention and n = 50 in the control. The intervention group received training across two sessions between 32 and 38 weeks of gestation and counseling support for 3 months postbirth.

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Background: Mothers must acquire the knowledge and skills needed to fulfill their responsibilities and take care of themselves and their babies.

Purpose: This study aimed to examine the effects of online baby care education and postpartum counseling based on Meleis' transition theory on mothers' readiness for baby care and breastfeeding.

Method: This randomized controlled trial was conducted between May 2022 and May 2023 at the pregnancy follow-up outpatient clinic of a state hospital.

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  • The study systematically reviewed quantitative research on how psychotherapy affects grief and depression in women who experience stillbirth, utilizing four major databases.
  • Ten studies were included, and a meta-analysis indicated that psychotherapeutic interventions led to a significant reduction in grief responses among mothers.
  • Results showed that these interventions not only improved grief adaptation but also significantly lowered levels of stress, anxiety, and depression compared to control groups.
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Background: The composition and amount of breast milk is affected by factors such as the duration and frequency of breastfeeding, the time between two breastfeeding sessions, the effectiveness of breastfeeding, breastfeeding technique, genetic characteristics of the mother and diet. Breast milk macronutrients are provided by milk synthesized in lactocytes, mother's diet and maternal stores.

Research Aim: This study was conducted to investigate the relationship between the body composition of mothers and the anthropometric characteristics of the baby and the nutritional content of breast milk.

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Objective: This systematic review and meta-analysis aimed to examine the effect of soy isoflavones on menopausal symptoms and quality of life in climacteric women.

Method: The literature search was conducted in PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, and Science Citation Index (Web of Science) until September 2023. This study is based on the recommendations of the Cochrane guidelines.

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  • The study explored female health science students' perceptions of gender and attitudes towards dating violence.
  • The research involved 276 participants and utilized various scales to measure attitudes and perceptions regarding violence in dating contexts.
  • Results indicated that while gender perceptions were generally high and increased with age, the overall attitude toward dating violence was low, suggesting a need for better definitions and discussions of violence in educational settings.
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Objective: The aim of this study was to systematically review the colic and sleep outcomes of nonpharmacological intervention in infants with infantile colic and perform a meta-analysis of the available evidence.

Methods: The literature review for this systematic review was conducted between December 2022 and January 2023 using five electronic databases, namely PubMed, CINAHL, Scopus, Web of Science, and ULAKBİM. Published articles were scanned using MeSH-based keywords.

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Objective: The aim of this study was to determine the effect of online breastfeeding counseling after cesarean section on breastfeeding success and anthropometric measurements of the baby in the first 6 months.

Methods: The study was conducted with single-blind randomized controlled experimental research design and performed with 151 primiparous women as intervention (n=76) and control (n=75) groups. The mothers were given training in the first 24 h postpartum by applying the "Data Collection Form," "Breastfeeding and Infant Follow-up Form," and "Breastfeeding Self-Efficacy Scale - Short Form," who followed up at the first and sixth months, and further again for 6 months.

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Objective: This study was conducted to examine the effect of yoga practice during pregnancy on sexual function and body image.

Study Desing: This study was planned as a randomized controlled single-blind trial. The study was performed with 140 pregnant women randomized in a pregnancy outpatient clinic of a hospital in Istanbul, Turkey, between March and September 2021.

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  • The study explored how pregnant women's attitudes and beliefs about sexuality impact their sexual function during pregnancy in Turkey.
  • The research involved 718 participants filling out online questionnaires to assess their attitudes and sexual function between December 2021 and April 2022.
  • Results revealed negative correlations between sexual beliefs and factors like age and concerns about pregnancy, suggesting that inadequate sexual education may contribute to diminished sexual satisfaction in pregnant women.
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Objective: This study was conducted to examine the effect of women's unmet family planning needs on their sexual functions during the COVID-19 pandemic period.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with 319 women of childbearing age across Turkey between April and May 2021. Data were obtained through online questionnaires using the "Survey Form" and the Female Sexual Functıon Index.

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