Salutogenic Effect of Yoga Therapy on Sleep Deprivation in Antenatal Mothers

The methodology for this study will involve recruiting antenatal mothers visiting OG OPD ,MGMCRI and randomly assigning them to yoga intervention group or control group. The yoga intervention group will participate in a structured yoga program biweekly for 12 weeks specifically designed for antenatal women, while the control group will receive standard prenatal care without the yoga intervention.

Data Collection: Data will be collected through a combination of self-reported measures and objective assessments. Participants will be asked to complete questionnaires Pittsburgh sleep quality index (PSQI), The Functional Outcomes of Sleep Questionnaire (FOSQ),  Sense of Coherence (SOS) before and after the intervention. In addition, physiological measures such as, Maternal examination, Metabolic Parameter, Obstetrics scan report (Fetal ultrasound Scan) from Maternal & fetal hospital routine antenatal checkup (from hospital patient case sheet) will be recorded to assess the impact of the yoga intervention. Statistical analysis will be conducted to compare the outcomes between the yoga intervention group and the control group..

**Ethical Considerations :**This study will adhere to all ethical guidelines and ensure that participants’ confidentiality and well-being are protected. Informed consent will be obtained from all participants, and the study will be approved by the relevant ethics committee.

Conclusion

By investigating the effectiveness of a yoga intervention in antenatal mothers, this study aims to provide valuable insight into the potential benefits of yoga for this population. The findings from this research could have implications for antenatal care and contribute to the development of holistic approaches to support the physical and mental well-being of expectant mothers.