INFANT

This study tested two simple devices—ShotBlocker and a vibration pen—to see if they could reduce pain in healthy infants during routine vaccinations. 96 babies aged 2-6 months were randomly assigned to one of the devices or a control group. Pain was measured using a standard scal…

This study tested two noninvasive stimulation techniques—bladder stimulation and suprapubic cutaneous stimulation—to make urine collection easier and less painful for infants. Researchers worked with 72 babies who needed a urine sample to check for infection. They measured pain l…

This study looked at two ways of teaching new mothers how to comfort their babies during heel prick blood tests. One group got verbal instructions plus a brochure, the other got verbal instructions plus an AI-supported video. Researchers measured mothers' anxiety, how well they u…

This study compared two ways of teaching parents and caregivers of infants under 6 months how to respond if their baby chokes. One group got a simple information sheet, the other attended a practical workshop. The goal was to see which method improved knowledge and confidence mor…

This study looked at how well parents stuck to two different ways of introducing solid foods to babies aged 6-12 months: Baby-Led Introduction to SolidS (BLISS), where babies feed themselves, and Parent-Led Weaning (PLW), where parents spoon-feed. About 130 infants took part. The…

This study looked at whether infants aged 6 to 9 months with joint hypermobility (very flexible joints) have different sleep patterns than other babies. Researchers used a parent questionnaire to compare sleep duration, night wakings, and sleep problems between 60 infants with an…