NEWBORN

This study tested a new, rapid MRI method in 102 infants with brachial plexus birth palsy (nerve damage from birth). The goal was to see if the MRI could help doctors decide earlier and more accurately whether the baby needs nerve surgery. The MRI was done without anesthesia, and…

This study looked at whether a gentle 15-minute massage can help newborn babies in the NICU feel more comfortable and keep their vital signs stable. Researchers measured temperature, pulse, breathing, and oxygen levels before and after massage in 30 full-term infants. The goal wa…

This study tested whether a specially designed sleep cap could help infants in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) sleep longer and stay more stable. Fifty-three newborns over 32 weeks gestation wore the cap from 7 PM to 7 AM for three days while their sleep, heart rate, brea…

This study looked at whether a physiotherapist-given baby massage could help infants aged 0-6 months sleep longer and strengthen the emotional bond with their mothers. Twenty-four healthy full-term babies received classical massage. Researchers measured sleep quality and mother-b…

This study looked at whether stimulating a newborn's natural palmar grasp reflex (the instinct to grip a finger) can reduce pain and improve comfort during PICC line care in preterm babies. 32 infants participated. The goal was to find a simple, drug-free way to ease discomfort d…

This study looked at 68 newborns to see if a non-invasive light sensor, which measures blood flow under the skin (called perfusion index), could help spot infections early. Newborn infections are hard to detect because signs are subtle, and delays can be dangerous. The researcher…

This study tested whether teaching pregnant women a special wiping bath method for newborns affects when they first bathe their baby, the baby's body temperature, and how quickly the umbilical cord stump falls off. Researchers trained small groups of pregnant women on a baby mode…

This study tested whether following a specific skin-to-skin contact guideline after birth improves breastfeeding success and reduces stress in newborns. Researchers compared 190 mothers and their babies who either did or did not follow the guideline. The goal was to see if this s…

This study looked at 120 healthy full-term newborns to see if parents choosing a general practitioner before leaving the maternity hospital helps ensure the baby's first medical checkup happens within the recommended second week of life. Parents filled out a questionnaire at the …

This study tested two different pulse oximeters (devices that measure oxygen levels and heart rate) on 120 newborns to see which one worked better. The goal was to compare how quickly and accurately each device got a stable heart rate reading compared to a standard ECG. The resul…

This study looked at whether a special checklist and risk score could help nurses and doctors in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) learn more about safely moving newborn babies between hospitals. About 100 NICU staff took part. The goal was to see if their knowledge improve…

This study tested whether a mobile app designed for sick newborn care helps nurses in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) better recognize nursing diagnoses and reduce missed care. 64 nurses used the app for 3 months, while a control group continued routine care. Researchers …

This study explored whether letting a newborn instinctively crawl to the breast right after birth improves breastfeeding comfort and confidence. Researchers observed 80 first-time mothers and their healthy, full-term babies after vaginal delivery. The goal was to see if this natu…

This completed study from Acibadem University looked at what factors affect how a mother bonds with her newborn after birth. Researchers surveyed 104 healthy mothers who had a normal delivery and healthy babies. The goal was to better understand bonding, which can help improve su…

This study looked at whether parents of newborns find a simple bedtime routine (bath, lotion massage, and quiet activity) acceptable and easy to do. 132 families took part. The goal was to see if such a routine is practical for caregivers, not to test any medical treatment.