C-Section babies may benefit from instant cuddles, new study suggests
NCT ID NCT07109076
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study tests whether placing a newborn directly on the mother's chest right after a planned cesarean section (for at least 15 minutes) improves the baby's heart rate variability—a sign of lower stress and better nervous system balance. Researchers will compare 40 babies who get skin-to-skin contact with 40 who receive standard care, monitoring heart rate patterns at birth and over the first day. The goal is to see if this simple practice helps newborns adapt more smoothly.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- skin-to-skin contact
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this could show that immediate skin-to-skin contact helps newborns adapt better after cesarean birth, potentially improving standard care.
- What could go wrong
- This is a small, early-stage study (80 participants) measuring only heart rate patterns, not long-term health outcomes. Results may not apply to all births or lead to clear recommendations.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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University Medical Center Ljubljana
RECRUITINGLjubljana, Ljubljana, 1000, Slovenia
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