Early boost for tiny babies: can fortified milk improve growth?

NCT ID NCT05525585

First seen Jan 04, 2026 · Last updated May 08, 2026 · Updated 22 times

Summary

This study looks at whether adding extra nutrients (fortification) to breast milk early (between days 4-7) helps very preterm infants grow better and have healthier gut bacteria compared to adding nutrients later (days 10-14). About 80 babies born at 29-33 weeks will take part. The goal is to see if early fortification leads to better body composition and a more diverse gut microbiome.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • University of Alabama at Birmingham

    Birmingham, Alabama, 35233, United States

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