BREASTFEEDING

This study tests whether giving pasteurized donor human milk to full-term babies born to mothers with diabetes during the first five days of life can reduce the number of infants admitted to the neonatal unit for low blood sugar. About 1,444 mothers and their newborns will be ran…

This study looks at how exercise and physical activity during and after pregnancy change the makeup of breastmilk. Researchers want to see if these changes affect how babies use energy and grow, which could help prevent childhood obesity. About 200 mothers who plan to breastfeed …

This study looks at whether placing a newborn baby skin-to-skin on the mother's chest right after birth helps first-time mothers breastfeed more successfully and feel more confident as a mom. About 112 mothers will take part, with half receiving this special kangaroo care and the…

This study tests whether a vaginal estrogen cream can improve sexual function in breastfeeding women who are 6 weeks to 6 months postpartum. About 100 sexually active women who had a full-term birth and plan to breastfeed will use the cream or not. The goal is to see if it helps …

This study tests whether mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) training can reduce fear of childbirth and improve parent-baby bonding and breastfeeding success in pregnant teens (ages 15-19) and their partners. About 54 couples will be randomly assigned to MBSR or standard ca…

This study looks at whether actively warming mothers during and after a C-section can improve breastfeeding success and comfort. About 68 women having their first baby will be randomly assigned to either receive warming or standard care. Researchers will measure breastfeeding eff…

This study looks at how mothers with HIV in the United States decide to feed their babies, whether by breastfeeding or formula. Researchers will interview and survey about 1,150 mothers and their families to understand the medical, social, and personal factors behind these choice…

This study looks at how medicines taken by breastfeeding women get into their breast milk and whether they might affect the baby. Researchers will collect milk and urine samples from 250 mothers who are already using prescription or over-the-counter drugs. The goal is to provide …

This study will test if a mobile app that provides health education and social support can improve the health of new mothers and their babies in India. About 2100 pregnant women will either get the app plus standard care or standard care alone. Researchers will measure breastfeed…

This study tests whether private Facebook groups can help pregnant women and new parents follow safe sleep guidelines and breastfeed longer. Researchers will enroll 3,000 WIC clients or low-income pregnant women in the U.S. The goal is to reduce the higher rates of infant death s…

This study looks at whether adding a breastfeeding peer counselor to standard care helps Black and Hispanic/Latine families breastfeed longer and more exclusively. About 990 pregnant people will take part. Researchers will compare breastfeeding rates between those who get peer co…

This study monitors the safety of the heart medication mavacamten when taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Researchers will track outcomes for mothers, fetuses, and infants up to one year after birth. The goal is to better understand any risks, not to test a new treatm…

This study explores how depression during and after pregnancy influences how first-time mothers feed their babies. Researchers will follow 500 women from late pregnancy through 6 months after birth, using questionnaires to track mood, breastfeeding, and introduction of solid food…

This study tests whether a brief, structured breastfeeding education for fathers shortly after birth can improve how they support breastfeeding and increase exclusive breastfeeding rates. About 240 fathers of healthy newborns will be randomly assigned to receive the education or …

This study tests a program where trained mothers (peer supporters) help new mothers facing severe poverty or homelessness to breastfeed. About 50 mothers at a French hospital will receive support, and researchers will track how many complete the program. The goal is to see if thi…

This pilot study will test whether pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM) is a practical feeding option for 10 infants exposed to HIV. Caregivers will use PDHM as a supplement to breastfeeding or formula, and researchers will track how often it's used and any challenges. The goal is…

This study looks at how early childhood experiences—like breastfeeding, stress, and social factors—affect children with sickle cell disease. Researchers will work with 20 mothers of infants with sickle cell disease in Birmingham, Alabama, to see if a community-based breastfeeding…

This study looks at whether pumping breastmilk every 2 hours produces more milk than pumping every 3 hours for mothers of premature babies. About 70 mothers will be assigned to one of two pumping schedules and record their daily milk volume for the first 28 days after birth. The …

This study explores how severe sleep deprivation in the first two days after childbirth relates to a mother's motivation to breastfeed and how well breastfeeding goes. Researchers will measure sleep problems, breastfeeding motivation, and breastfeeding success in 167 new mothers.…

This study looks at whether mothers who believe common myths about breastfeeding are less motivated to breastfeed. About 191 mothers with babies aged 0-6 months will answer surveys about their beliefs and motivation. The goal is to understand how false ideas, like 'colostrum shou…

This study looks at whether hand expressing breast milk during pregnancy and following a specific diet after childbirth can help women with excess weight breastfeed longer and more successfully. Researchers will track milk composition, breastfeeding start and duration, and baby g…

This study is checking if toxins from moldy food (mycotoxins) can be found in breastmilk and whether they affect a baby's growth and development. Researchers will test milk from 150 mothers in Israel and ask about their diet. The goal is to understand if these toxins pose a risk …