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Gentle touch: baby massage may boost sleep and bonding

NCT ID NCT07305545

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First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This study looked at whether a physiotherapist-given baby massage could help infants aged 0-6 months sleep longer and strengthen the emotional bond with their mothers. Twenty-four healthy full-term babies received classical massage. Researchers measured sleep quality and mother-baby attachment using questionnaires. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could ease common postpartum challenges.

What this could mean

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Active substance
baby massage
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, drug-free way to help babies sleep better and strengthen the bond between mother and baby.
What could go wrong
This is a very small, completed study with only 24 participants. Results may not apply to all babies, and the effect may be modest.

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Study facts

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Participants

24 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Mar 2024

Finished

Nov 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Healthy babies, aged 0-6 months and born at term, whose parents' consent has been obtained will be included in the study.

Ages

0 days to 6 months

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * to be born on time * to be between 0-6 months old Exclusion Criteria: * Conditions contraindicated for massage * Termination of volunteering by guardian

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  • University of Yalova

    Yalova, Center, Turkey (Türkiye)

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