BREASTFEEDING

This study tests whether giving pasteurized donor human milk to full-term babies of mothers with diabetes during the first five days of life can reduce the number of infants admitted to the neonatal unit for low blood sugar. About 1,444 mothers and their newborns will be randomly…

This study tests whether a 4-week mindfulness training program can reduce fear of childbirth and improve bonding and breastfeeding success in pregnant teenagers and their partners. 54 couples will be randomly assigned to either the training or standard care. The goal is to see if…

This study tests whether teaching new mothers how to do acupressure on themselves can help them breastfeed exclusively for longer. 360 mothers will either get standard care or also learn acupressure within 48 hours after giving birth. Researchers will track breastfeeding rates at…

This study looks at whether placing a newborn baby directly on the mother's chest (kangaroo mother care) soon after birth helps first-time mothers breastfeed more successfully and feel more confident as a mom. About 112 mothers and their healthy, full-term babies will take part. …

This study looks at whether actively warming mothers during and after a cesarean section can improve breastfeeding success, comfort, and how much milk they feel they have. About 68 first-time mothers having planned C-sections will either receive warming or standard care. The goal…

This study tests whether a vaginal estrogen cream can improve sexual function in breastfeeding women who are 6 weeks to 6 months postpartum. About 100 sexually active women who had a full-term birth and plan to breastfeed will use the cream or not. The goal is to see if the cream…

This study is testing whether teaching women with excess weight to hand express colostrum during late pregnancy can improve breastfeeding initiation and duration. It also examines how a mother's diet affects her breast milk composition and her baby's growth. About 240 pregnant wo…

This study looks at whether believing common breastfeeding myths (like 'colostrum should be thrown away') lowers a mother's motivation to breastfeed. Researchers will survey 191 mothers with babies aged 0-6 months. The goal is to understand this link so that future support can be…

This observational study follows 500 first-time mothers to understand how depression during pregnancy and after childbirth influences how they feed their babies. Participants fill out questionnaires four times from 24 weeks of pregnancy until 6 months after birth. The study track…

This study looks at whether pumping breast milk every 2 hours instead of every 3 hours helps mothers of preterm babies produce more milk. About 70 mothers will be assigned to one of two pumping schedules and record their daily milk volume for the first 28 days after birth. The go…

This study, called UPLIFT, is observing 1,150 women with HIV in the United States to understand their infant feeding choices and outcomes. Researchers will use interviews and surveys to explore the medical, social, and behavioral factors behind decisions to breastfeed or formula-…

This study looks at how early childhood experiences—like breastfeeding, stress, and social factors—affect children with sickle cell disease. Researchers will test a community-based breastfeeding support program for mothers and track health outcomes like asthma and chest pain epis…

This study looks at whether adding a breastfeeding peer counselor to standard care helps Black and Hispanic/Latine families breastfeed longer. About 990 pregnant people will take part. Researchers will compare breastfeeding rates between those who get the extra support and those …

This study looks at how exercise and physical activity during and after pregnancy change the makeup of breast milk. Researchers want to see if these changes affect how babies use energy and grow, which could help prevent childhood obesity. The study will follow 200 mothers and th…

This study looks at how medicines taken by breastfeeding women get into their breast milk and whether they might affect their baby. Researchers will collect milk and urine samples from 250 women who are already using prescription or over-the-counter drugs. The goal is to provide …

This study explores how severe sleep deprivation in the first 48 hours after childbirth impacts a mother's motivation to breastfeed and her breastfeeding success. Researchers will track 167 new mothers, including those who had C-sections, using surveys and feeding assessments. Th…

This study monitors the safety of the heart medication mavacamten when taken during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Researchers will track pregnancy outcomes and infant health for up to one year after birth. The goal is to better understand any risks to mothers and babies. Abou…

This study tests whether a short, structured breastfeeding education for fathers shortly after birth improves how dads support moms and increases breastfeeding rates. About 240 fathers of healthy newborns will be randomly assigned to receive the education or standard care. Resear…

This study is testing a program where trained volunteer mothers provide breastfeeding support to new mothers who are facing severe poverty, housing problems, or other major challenges. The goal is to see if this kind of peer support is acceptable and practical for these families.…

This study looks for natural toxins called mycotoxins in breastmilk. These toxins come from fungi that can grow on stored grains and nuts. Researchers want to see if these toxins affect a baby's growth and development in the first months of life. About 150 mothers and their babie…

This pilot study tests whether pasteurized donor human milk (PDHM) is a practical feeding option for infants born to mothers living with HIV. Ten families in Saskatchewan will try PDHM as a supplement to breastfeeding or formula, and researchers will track how often it's used and…

This study tests whether a mobile app with health education and support groups can improve the health of new mothers and their babies. Researchers will enroll 2,100 pregnant women in India and track outcomes like breastfeeding, depression, and family planning. The goal is to see …

This study tests whether private Facebook groups can help pregnant women and new parents follow safe sleep guidelines and breastfeed longer. About 3,000 participants from WIC or with low income will join either a support group or a control group. The goal is to reduce the higher …