Parents step in: simple mouth exercises may help preemies feed faster

NCT ID NCT07060573

First seen Oct 31, 2025 · Last updated Jun 13, 2026 · Updated 31 times

Summary

This study tests whether a 14-day program of gentle mouth exercises can improve sucking in preterm babies. One group gets the exercises from a physiotherapist, the other from trained parents. The goal is to help babies feed on their own sooner and leave the hospital earlier.

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Locations

  • Antiguo Hospital Civil Guadalajara Fray Antonio Alcalde

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    Guadalajara, Jalisco, 44280, Mexico

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