Clinical trials
Birth clinical trials
Below are recruiting birth clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 236 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06510075Recruiting
Optimized Pregnancy Support for Black Women
This trial tests a program to support pregnant Black women through a healthy pregnancy. It offers extra resources and guidance to help you and your baby thrive.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 16–49 - NCT06063122Recruiting
Device to help preterm babies tell speech sounds apart
This study tests a new device that plays special sounds to help preterm babies learn to tell different speech sounds apart. It is for babies born between 32 and 35 weeks of pregnancy to see if the device can improve their hearing and brain development.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 7 months–8 months - NCT06463652Recruiting
Cervical stitch with progesterone for short cervix
This trial tests whether adding a cervical stitch (cerclage) to progesterone treatment helps prevent early birth better than progesterone alone in women with a short cervix.
Ho Chi Minh City, Ho Chi Minh CityAges 18 years+ - NCT06417385Recruiting
Nerve stimulation to improve breastfeeding before hospital discharge
This trial tests whether a gentle nerve stimulation (using a small device on the ear) during breastfeeding can help babies feed better before leaving the hospital. It is for babies born at 35 weeks or later who are stable but struggling to breastfeed, even with help from a lactation consultant.
Charleston, South CarolinaAges 8 months+ - NCT06385366Enrolling by invitation
Using early blood test to predict pregnancy complications
This study looks at a blood test done early in pregnancy (NIPT) to see if it can help predict conditions like preeclampsia, preterm labor, or gestational diabetes. If you had this test and had a healthy pregnancy or one of these complications, you may be able to join.
Ho Chi Minh City, Hồ Chí MinhAges 18–80 - NCT06396078RecruitingPhase 4
Antibiotics for Early Water Breaking Before Delivery
This study tests whether giving antibiotics to pregnant people with early water breaking (PPROM) before delivery improves outcomes. It aims to prevent infections and protect both parent and baby while waiting for delivery.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT06362798Recruiting
Support for moms with preterm babies on Medicaid
This study is testing a program to support low-income mothers of premature babies. It aims to see if extra help with breastfeeding and care can improve your baby's health and your own well-being.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06340971Recruiting
Air pollution and pregnancy study
This study looks at how air pollution might affect pregnancy. Researchers will review existing health records from pregnant women to see if there are links between pollution levels and pregnancy outcomes.
LondonAges 18 years+ - NCT06334107Recruiting
Exercise and genes in adults born preterm
This study looks at how being born early may affect your body's ability to improve fitness with exercise. Researchers will test your genes and your response to a moderate exercise program to understand why some people improve more than others.
Lubbock, TexasAges 18–35 - NCT06264219RecruitingPhase 1
Restoring gut bacteria after C-section birth
This trial tests whether giving a small dose of the mother's vaginal bacteria to babies born by C-section can help restore their gut microbiome. It may reduce the risk of allergies and other immune-related conditions later in life.
Gentofte Municipality, CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06226051Recruiting
Growing Little PEAPODS Preterm Baby Study
This study follows the growth and body composition of very premature babies (born between 22 and 32 weeks) to learn how they develop. It uses a special device called the PEAPOD to measure body fat, which may help improve care for preemies.
Madison, WisconsinAges 5 months–7 months - NCT06165367Recruiting
Does hyaluronan in the medium improve embryo transfer success?
This trial tests if adding hyaluronan to the liquid used during embryo transfer helps increase the chance of a successful pregnancy. It is for women who have at least one genetically normal embryo (tested with PGT-A) that was frozen on day 5 and are using hormone replacement therapy to prepare the uterus.
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi EmirateAges 18–46 - NCT06164613RecruitingPhase 2
Cinnamon for Inducing Labor in First-Time Teen Pregnancies
This study tests whether cinnamon capsules can help start labor in first-time pregnant teens who are full-term. It compares cinnamon to a placebo (fake pill) to see if it is safe and effective for inducing labor.
Tegucigalpa, Francisco Morazán DepartmentAges 14–45 - NCT06113237Recruiting
Epidiolex pregnancy safety study
This study tracks the safety of Epidiolex (a prescription CBD medicine) when taken during pregnancy. It helps doctors understand how the medicine affects pregnancy and the baby.
Morgantown, West VirginiaAges Any age - NCT06123143Recruiting
Finding the best time to stop CPAP in very small babies
This study looks at when to safely take very small babies (born before 30 weeks) off breathing support called CPAP. It aims to find the ideal time to help their lungs grow stronger.
Escondido, CaliforniaAges Up to 7 months - NCT06098833RecruitingPhase 2
Sildenafil for newborn brain injury after birth asphyxia
This trial tests whether a liquid form of the medicine sildenafil can help repair brain damage in newborns who had a difficult birth and were treated with cooling. If your baby meets the cooling criteria and has brain injury on an MRI, this study may offer an additional treatment option.
Denver, ColoradoAges birth–2 days - NCT06036446Recruiting
Late cerclage for preventing early birth in high-risk pregnancies
This trial tests if placing a stitch in the cervix (cerclage) between 24 and 27 weeks of pregnancy can help prevent preterm birth in women whose cervix is short. It may be an option for those who find out late in pregnancy that they are at risk.
Charlotte, North CarolinaAges 18–50 - NCT06037083Recruiting
Checking stability after breathing tube removal in tiny preemies
This study looks at how stable extremely premature, very low-weight babies are after their breathing tube is removed for the first time. It aims to understand what helps these tiny infants breathe well on their own.
Montreal, QuebecAges Up to 6 months - NCT06008561Recruiting
Midwest birth study for Indigenous American pregnancies
This study looks at birth outcomes for Indigenous American pregnant people. It aims to understand factors that affect pregnancy and baby health in this community.
Fargo, North DakotaAges 18 years+ - NCT05975203Recruiting
Skin-to-skin care test for late preterm newborns
This study looks at whether doing skin-to-skin care right after birth in a “continuous” way works well for babies born a bit early (late preterm). If you’re eligible, you may be offered structured skin-to-skin time soon after a vaginal delivery, and the team will monitor how the baby and parent do.
Cologne, Northrhine-westfaliaAges Any age - NCT05586334Recruiting
Test a device to help predict preterm birth risk
This trial tests an innovative device that measures risk of preterm birth in pregnant people who come to the emergency room early in pregnancy with signs that labor might start. It may help doctors identify who needs closer monitoring or treatment sooner.
ColombesAges 18 years+ - NCT05842850Recruiting
Study of fatty liver in people born with low birth weight
This trial focuses on people who have fatty liver disease (extra fat in the liver) and were born with low birth weight. It aims to test an approach in this specific group, which may help clarify what helps the liver in higher-risk people.
AarhusAges 35–40 - NCT05685745Recruiting
Hospital data collection for very early baby care
This study collects information from hospitals about babies born extremely early (22 to 23 weeks of pregnancy). It helps researchers understand what care happens and what outcomes occur, which can guide improvements in future care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges birth–1 year - NCT05703425RecruitingPhase 2
Sulfasalazine in pregnancy to change stress hormone levels
This Phase 2 study tests whether sulfasalazine, a medicine taken by mouth, can lower a pregnancy stress hormone called CRH in pregnant people. It’s aimed at people at higher risk for preterm birth, to see if the hormone change might be helpful.
New Brunswick, New JerseyAges 18 years+
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for birth?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 236 recruiting birth studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a birth trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a birth trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.