New tech program aims to ease breastfeeding pain and keep moms going
NCT ID NCT05262920
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a 6-week program for new mothers who were breastfeeding and experiencing breast and nipple pain. The program included a daily pain journal, text support from a nurse, and online educational modules. Researchers wanted to see if this approach could reduce pain, boost confidence, and help mothers breastfeed longer. The study involved 250 women and has already shown promising results in reducing pain during the first weeks.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- behavioral intervention (daily journal, nurse texting, educational modules)
- What this could lead to
- If effective, this program could help new mothers manage pain and continue breastfeeding longer, improving health for both mother and baby.
- What could go wrong
- This is a completed pilot study with 250 participants, so results are preliminary. The intervention may not work for everyone, and benefits may not be seen in larger, more diverse groups.
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Hartford Hospital
Hartford, Connecticut, 06102-5037, United States
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UConn Health
Farmington, Connecticut, 06030, United States
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