Fasting moms: does skipping meals change Baby's heart?
NCT ID NCT06900257
First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times
Summary
This study looks at whether fasting for at least 10 days changes how a baby's heart works in the womb. Researchers will check fetal heart function in 100 healthy pregnant women between 24-34 weeks of pregnancy. No treatments or drugs are given—this is purely an observation to understand any effects of fasting on the baby's heart.
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Study facts
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- Participants
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About 100 people
The number the study aims to enrol. It can still change while the study runs.
- Started
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Mar 2025
- Expected to finish
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Nov 2025
An estimate. End dates often move.
- Lead sponsor
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A government agency
The lead sponsor is a government body.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
Who is studied
Singleton uncomplicated pregnancies that present for routine antenatal follow-up between 24-34 weeks of gestation.
- Ages
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18 to 50 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
This study is not open to healthy volunteers. The entry requirements below say who it is open to.
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Inclusion Criteria: * Singleton, uncomplicated pregnancies that have been fasting for at least the last 10 days * Present for routine antenatal follow-up between 24-34 weeks of gestation Exclusion Criteria: * Multiple pregnancy * Premature rupture of membranes * Chorioamnionitis * Placental abruption * Severe fetal growth restriction * Congenital fetal anomalies * Preeclampsia * Oligohydramnios * Maternal diabetes -Conditions where fasting is contraindicated for the mother. -
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Sanliurfa Education and Research Hospital
Sanliurfa, 63100, Turkey (Türkiye)