Baby fat or future risk? new study probes how emotions and eating drive obesity

NCT ID NCT06039878

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 29 times

Summary

This study looks at how emotions, attachment, and feeding work together in mothers and babies during the first year of life. Researchers want to understand why some babies gain weight quickly, which can lead to obesity later. About 250 mother-infant pairs will be followed to measure weight, eating behavior, and diet.

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Locations

  • University of Michigan

    Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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