Research
MASTER’S THESIS · 2026–PRESENT
Understanding support needs during pregnancy
Cornell University · Advisor: Fatma Baytar
The question
How do people experience abdominal and back support during pregnancy, and what do they need from the supportwear they use?
The approach
My ongoing master’s thesis uses qualitative interviews to explore comfort, everyday experiences and the use of existing maternity supportwear. The purpose is to understand users’ needs before developing a design response.
Current work
Interviews have been conducted as part of the ongoing study, focusing on comfort, support needs and experiences with existing maternity supportwear.
Supported by the Alan D. Mathios Research and Service Grant, Human Ecology Alumni Association, Cornell University.
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