Cuddle positions may reduce baby pain during blood test
NCT ID NCT06626815
First seen May 16, 2026 · Last updated May 22, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tested three different ways of holding a baby skin-to-skin (kangaroo care) during a heel prick blood test to see which one hurts less. 63 full-term newborns were placed in classic, side, or reverse kangaroo positions. Researchers measured pain, comfort, heart rate, oxygen levels, and crying time. The goal is to find the most soothing position for routine newborn screenings.
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Locations
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Istanbul Provincial Directorate of Health Kanuni Sultan Suleyman Training and Research Hospital
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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Istanbul University-Cerrahpasa (IUC)
Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye)
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