Clinical trials
Kangaroo Care clinical trials
Below are recruiting kangaroo care clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 9 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07543029Recruiting
Kangaroo Care for First-Time Moms After Vaginal Birth
This study looks at whether gentle skin-to-skin care (called kangaroo care) helps first-time mothers feel more confident and successful with breastfeeding after a vaginal birth.
RizeAges 18–49 - NCT04252547Recruiting
Skin-to-skin care during weighing for preterm babies
This study tests whether “kangaroo care” (skin-to-skin holding) affects how test weights are done for preterm babies in the NICU. It may help staff get more accurate weights and support parents during care.
Istanbul, IstanbulAges 7 months–9 months - NCT06545760Recruiting
Kangaroo mother care study and postpartum depression
This study looks at whether keeping mothers and their preterm babies together through kangaroo mother care (skin-to-skin contact) can help reduce postpartum depression. It is for mothers and fathers of newborns who are in the NICU and meet certain weight and age requirements.
LusakaAges 1 day–89 years - NCT07761689Recruiting
Kangaroo care for pain relief during newborn jaundice light therapy
This study tests whether holding your baby skin-to-skin (kangaroo care) during light therapy for jaundice can help reduce their pain and discomfort. It aims to see if this simple comfort measure is beneficial.
IstanbulAges 2 days–1 week - NCT06256406Recruiting
Comfort, kangaroo care, and music therapy for NICU newborns
This trial tests whether a comfortable environment, kangaroo care (skin-to-skin contact), and music therapy can help newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU). It aims to see if these gentle approaches improve their well-being.
Catania, SicilyAges birth–3 years - NCT07045402Recruiting
Developmental care for preterm infants: comfort, growth, and feeding
This study tests whether a special care program including skin-to-skin contact and storytelling helps preterm babies feel more comfortable, grow better, and learn to feed by mouth sooner. It compares this extra care to the usual hospital care.
IstanbulAges 7 months–8 months - NCT05993442Recruiting
Skin-to-skin care to reduce infections in early babies
This study is testing if giving more skin-to-skin care (called Kangaroo Care) to very early-born babies in the NICU can reduce serious infections and the spread of resistant bacteria. It is for babies born before 32 weeks in certain hospitals.
AthensAges Up to 7 months - NCT07568418Recruiting
Skin Response Monitoring in Ventilated Premature Babies
This study measures how a premature baby's skin responds to stress while on a breathing machine. Researchers want to understand if skin conductance (electrical activity of the skin) is a good way to detect pain and discomfort in ventilated babies.
Uppsala, UpplandAges 5 months+ - NCT06694103Recruiting
Two ways to reduce pain during a baby's eye exam
This study tests two drug-free methods to help reduce pain when premature babies get a special eye exam for retinopathy of prematurity. It may help your baby feel more comfortable during the procedure.
Izmir, MenemenAges 6 months–8 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for kangaroo care?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 9 recruiting kangaroo care 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 kangaroo care 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 kangaroo care 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.