C-Section babies get a microbial boost: swab treatment aims to mimic vaginal birth
NCT ID NCT02567071
First seen May 07, 2026 · Last updated Jun 05, 2026 · Updated 7 times
Summary
This study tested a simple method to help C-section babies develop a healthier gut. Researchers gave newborns a swab coated with their mother's vaginal fluids right after birth. The goal was to see if this could restore the natural gut bacteria that babies usually get during a vaginal birth, which may help their immune system and overall health. The study involved 33 mothers and their babies.
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Service de Gynécologie-Obstétrique, Groupe Hospitalier Pitié-Salpêtrière
Paris, 75013, France
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