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    • Qualitative assessment of potential psychological impacts on expectant mothers.

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    • Certain Lamaze content may foster anxiety and negative expectations about childbirth.
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    • Lamaze education requires critical review to mitigate potential nocebo effects.
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    • Understanding and addressing nocebo responses is crucial for positive childbirth preparation.