Cuddle cure: Skin-to-Skin contact boosts breastfeeding and calms newborns

NCT ID NCT06514352

First seen Mar 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 14, 2026 · Updated 14 times

Summary

This study tested whether following a specific skin-to-skin contact guideline after birth improves breastfeeding success and reduces stress in newborns. Researchers compared 190 mothers and their babies who either did or did not follow the guideline. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost practice could lead to better health outcomes for both mother and child.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Tarsus University

    Toroslar, Mersin, 33000, Turkey (Türkiye)

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