Could Mom's microbiome shape Baby's gut health? new study investigates

NCT ID NCT07385807

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study looks at how the bacteria and diet of pregnant women with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) may influence gut inflammation in their babies. Researchers will collect samples from 80 mothers and infants over a year to track gut microbes and diet. The goal is to find patterns that could lead to better infant health.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

What this could lead to

If successful, this study could identify dietary patterns or microbiome features that help reduce gut inflammation in infants born to mothers with IBD.

What could go wrong

This is a small, early-stage observational study, so it cannot prove cause and effect. Results may not apply to all families with IBD.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Crohn disease inflammatory bowel disease ulcerative colitis

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

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Locations

  • BC Children's Hospital Research Institute

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    Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 4H4, Canada

  • BC Children's Hospital Research Institute

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    Vancouver, British Columbia, V5Z 4H4, Canada

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