Clinical trials
Infant Development clinical trials
Below are recruiting infant development clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 87 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT05834907Recruiting
Parents of young kids in Early Head Start programs
This study supports parents whose children are in (or can join) Early Head Start in parts of Pennsylvania. It tests a parent program (“Hands and Hearts Together”) delivered in Spanish or English and may help families with parenting support.
College Park, MarylandAges 8 months+ - NCT05781100Recruiting
Study of baby behavior and family technology use
This study looks at how babies’ behavior relates to how families use technology. You may be able to take part if you’re in late pregnancy and can follow up over time after your baby is born.
San Luis Obispo, CaliforniaAges Any age - NCT06518603RecruitingPhase 4
Caffeine for preventing apnea in preterm babies in Zambia
This trial tests whether giving caffeine citrate can help prevent breathing pauses (apnea) in preterm babies who are ready to stop their current caffeine treatment. It aims to see if a short course of caffeine can keep babies stable after they come off oxygen and are eating well.
Lusaka, Lusaka ProvinceAges birth–1 year - NCT06638801Recruiting
Brain training to boost learning and development
This trial tests a brain training program to help babies born at UAB learn and develop better, focusing on those born after 35 weeks who are going home soon.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 1 day–1 week - NCT04132310Enrolling by invitation
Study of nutrition during early pregnancy for mothers
This study looks at how nutrition affects mothers and their babies during early pregnancy. You may be able to join if you are pregnant early and meet health and MRI safety requirements.
Austin, TexasAges 18–45 - NCT06310213Enrolling by invitation
Non-invasive pressure monitor for babies with hydrocephalus risk
This study tests a new, non-invasive way to monitor pressure in the brain for babies at risk of hydrocephalus. It uses a special contact lens and a small sticker, so no needles or surgery are needed.
Indianapolis, IndianaAges birth–1 year - NCT05853666Recruiting
Support program for parents of babies in the NICU
This study tests a program that connects parents with support to help them feel more confident and less stressed while their baby is in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). It aims to improve both parent well-being and baby health outcomes.
Halifax, Nova ScotiaAges Any age - NCT05843396Recruiting
Study of newborn brain development and response to care
This study looks at how newborns’ brains develop and how they respond to an intervention. It helps researchers understand brain organization in individual babies so care can improve in the future.
Minneapolis, MinnesotaAges Any age - NCT05049655Enrolling by invitation
Study diet and growth markers in babies
This study builds a shared database about early baby nutrition and health markers. It may help researchers find early “signals” in babies that relate to growth and development, which could guide future care.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges birth–5 years - NCT06027645Recruiting
Crawling therapy for very premature infants
This trial tests if early crawling practice on a special skate can help very premature babies at risk for developmental problems. It aims to improve their movement and brain development.
ParisAges 9 months–10 months - NCT05923333Recruiting
Breastfed infants of HIV-exposed mothers get a probiotic
This study gives a specific probiotic (from B. infantis) to babies born without HIV to see if it can improve the baby’s early immune health. It focuses on babies who are HIV-exposed because their mother has HIV and plans to exclusively breastfeed for the first 6 months.
Cape TownAges birth–50 years - NCT06786871Enrolling by invitation
ARTLifeLine: A study of IVF family health and development
This study follows people who have had or plan to have IVF treatment to understand the long-term health and development of their families. You may be able to join if you have IVF medical records available.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges birth–50 years - NCT06429007Enrolling by invitationPhase 1
Metformin for infants after brain injury from HIE
This trial tests whether metformin, a common diabetes medicine, can help heal brain injury in infants who had HIE (lack of oxygen at birth) and were treated with cooling. It aims to see if the drug is safe and possible to give to babies between 3 and 6 months old.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 3 months–6 months - NCT05878275Recruiting
Helping babies learn early movement with tummy time coaching
This study teaches parents how to use tummy time and safe positioning, and it checks whether these changes support healthy early infant development. You might join if your baby is very young, you live nearby, and you can do online sessions by phone video.
Memphis, TennesseeAges 1 day–4 years - NCT07316465Recruiting
Tracking immune markers in newborns at risk for eczema
This study follows newborns for two years to see how their immune system develops, especially if they have a family history of eczema, asthma, or hay fever. Researchers want to learn if certain immune markers appear early in babies who later develop eczema.
Jette, Brussels CapitalAges 1 hour–2 years - NCT06479928Recruiting
How environment and gut bacteria affect early life
This study looks at how things in the environment (like diet, pollution, or lifestyle) and the bacteria in a baby's gut affect health early in life. It is for pregnant women who are in their last month of pregnancy and their newborns.
BeijingAges 1 day–2 years - NCT06833554Recruiting
Breast milk cells and infant health in mothers with metabolic conditions
This trial studies how special cells in breast milk from mothers with metabolic diseases (like obesity or diabetes) affect infant development and lung infection response after a nutritional intervention. It aims to understand if improving mother's diet can strengthen baby's immune system.
Málaga, MalagaAges 18–50 - NCT07291479Recruiting
Behavioral assessment method for toddlers
This study looks at a new way to assess behavior in toddlers. It is for healthy children between 8 and 36 months old who were born full term and are meeting their developmental milestones.
Columbus, OhioAges 4 months–3 years - NCT06892483Recruiting
Breast milk changes after one exercise session
This trial looks at how your breast milk changes after you do one exercise session. It compares milk from people who exercise regularly with those who don't, to see if exercise affects milk composition.
Rochester, MinnesotaAges 18–45 - NCT06784674Recruiting
Pregnancy belly shape study for expectant mothers
This study uses MRI to look at how a mother's belly changes during and after pregnancy. It aims to understand normal changes and help plan future healthcare.
Austin, TexasAges 18–54 - NCT06352229Recruiting
Playful learning program for babies
This study tests a playful early-learning program for babies in two areas of Denmark. It looks at how guided play time with parents might help babies develop.
CopenhagenAges 18 years+ - NCT06107933Recruiting
Study on how microplastics affect babies' development
This study looks at how tiny plastic particles in breast milk might affect a baby's growth and development. You may be able to join if you are a new mom who is exclusively breastfeeding without any formula.
Baltimore, MarylandAges 18 years+ - NCT06018064Recruiting
Testing a new prone positioner for babies with tracheostomies
This study tests a new prone positioner (a special pillow or mat) to see how well it fits and feels for babies with tracheostomies. If your baby is in the hospital or Vent clinic at Children's Mercy, you may be able to help by sharing your thoughts on the device.
Kansas City, MissouriAges 10 months–2 years - NCT05916430Recruiting
Screening autism risk in 9-month-old infants
This trial checks how 8- to 10-month-old babies visually engage with people, which may help screen for autism risk earlier. It may help by improving early identification, especially for families who want screening done in a research setting.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 8 months–10 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for infant development?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 87 recruiting infant development 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 infant development 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 infant development 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.