Simple massage technique may boost breastfeeding success for new moms
NCT ID NCT07354360
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether Oketani massage, a gentle breast massage technique, helps first-time mothers breastfeed more successfully. Researchers will measure how well babies latch, how comfortable moms feel, and overall breastfeeding confidence. The study involves 100 women who have had a C-section and are willing to breastfeed.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
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- Participants
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About 100 people
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- Expected to start
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Feb 2026
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- Expected to finish
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Dec 2026
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- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
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Who can take part
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- Ages
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18 to 35 years
- Sex
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Female participants only
- Healthy volunteers
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Not accepted
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inclusion criteria: 1. Age between 18 and 35 years 2. Singleton pregnancy 3. Term gestation (\>37-40 weeks). 4. Women willing to breast feed 5. The woman will deliver by cesarean section and has relative with her 6. Absence of maternal physical and/ or mental illness that prevents breastfeeding. The exclusion criteria include: 1. Women with breast problems such as breast tumors, breast surgery and nipple problems 2. Women have obstetric complications as postpartum hemorrhage. 3. Neonatal problems
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Mansoura University
Al Mansurah, 335516, Egypt
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