Texts boost breast milk production in NICU moms
NCT ID NCT04097860
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested whether personalized text messages, including real-time breast milk sodium levels, could help mothers of critically ill infants pump more milk. 122 mothers participated. The goal was to see if this mobile health approach is feasible and increases milk volume.
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Active substance
personalized text messages with breast milk sodium biomarker feedback
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could help mothers of hospitalized infants produce more breast milk, supporting infant health.
What could go wrong
This was a small feasibility study with 122 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention relies on daily text messaging, which may not suit all mothers.
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UF Health Children's Hospital
Gainesville, Florida, 32610, United States