INFANT

This study tested two noninvasive stimulation techniques—bladder stimulation and suprapubic cutaneous stimulation—to make urine collection easier and less painful for infants. Researchers measured success rates, pain scores, and procedure time in 72 babies who needed a urine samp…

This study tested two simple tools—a ShotBlocker and a vibration pen—to see if they could reduce pain in healthy infants during routine vaccinations. 96 babies aged 2 to 6 months were split into three groups: one using the ShotBlocker, one using the vibration pen, and one receivi…

This study looked at how well families followed two different methods for introducing solid foods to babies aged 6-12 months. One method, called BLISS, lets babies feed themselves. The other, Parent-Led Weaning, uses spoon-feeding. The study found that more families stuck with th…

This study looked at whether infants with joint hypermobility (very flexible joints) sleep differently than other babies. Researchers compared sleep patterns in 60 full-term infants aged 6-9 months using parent questionnaires. The goal was to understand if joint flexibility affec…

This study tested whether a short, hands-on workshop helps parents and caregivers of infants learn basic life support better than just reading an information leaflet. 63 parents of babies under 6 months old took part, and their knowledge was measured before and after each type of…