The effect of "Green Future with Midwife's Hand" climate change animation on mothers' climate change awareness and behaviors: A randomized controlled study.

In 30 seconds

This randomized controlled trial evaluated the impact of the 'Green Future with Midwife's Hand' animation on climate change awareness and behaviors among 72 postpartum women. The intervention group showed significant improvements in climate change awareness and related behaviors at Day 30, with mean differences of 0.33 for awareness and 0.95 for green consumption awareness, both statistically significant.

Key findings

• At Day 30, the intervention group had a mean difference of 0.33 in climate change awareness compared to the control group.
• The intervention group reported a mean difference of 0.95 in green consumption awareness at Day 30.
• Significant improvements in climate anxiety were observed, with a mean difference of 0.42 in the intervention group.
• Higher scores in eco-friendly choices were noted in the intervention group, with a mean difference of 1.12.

Why it matters

Enhancing climate change awareness among postpartum women is crucial, as it can influence their health behaviors and promote environmental responsibility, ultimately benefiting maternal and newborn health.