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Official title Kangaroo Care: Breastfeeding Success and Maternal Role
ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT07543029
What this study is testing
- What it's testing
- Purpose: This is a randomized controlled trial designed to investigate the effects of Intermittent Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) in the early postpartum period to primiparous mothers on breastfeeding success and the perception of the maternal role. Methodology and Sample: Setting and Period: The study will be conducted at the Bucak State Hospital Delivery Unit between June 2025 and June 2026.
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A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.
Who can take part
Ages 18 to 49, women only. Healthy volunteers may be eligible.
You may be able to join if
- For mothers:
- It must be the mother's first birth,
- Birth must have been vaginal,
- The mother must be healthy,
- The mother must voluntarily participate in the study,
See the full eligibility criteria
- For mothers:
- It must be the mother's first birth,
- Birth must have been vaginal,
- The mother must be healthy,
- The mother must voluntarily participate in the study,
- The mother must not have any communication-impairing conditions (language, cognitive problems, etc.), For babies:
- Birth weight must be between 2500-4000 grams;
- The newborn must be healthy,
- Exclusively breastfeeding,
- The newborn must be at term gestation (38-42 weeks),
- The newborn's Apgar score at 1 and 5 minutes must be above 7,
- The newborn must not have any health problems that could affect breastfeeding (cleft palate, cleft lip, esophageal atresia, etc.).
The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where it's taking place
- Rize, Turkey (Türkiye)
Questions & answers
Do participants get paid in this trial?
This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.
Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?
Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.
How long does this study last?
The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.
Who can join this trial?
This study is enrolling female, 18 years to 49 years. Healthy volunteers may be eligible. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.
Where is this trial taking place?
Study sites include Rize, Turkey (Türkiye). Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.
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