Clinical trials
Parenting clinical trials
Below are recruiting parenting clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 414 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06163651Recruiting
Parent-child support program for parents of young children
This trial tests a one-year program to help parents with young children. It offers support and resources to strengthen your family.
Enid, OklahomaAges 18 years+ - NCT06179576Recruiting
Connect to baby: parenting and coparenting program
This study tests a program for parents and other caregivers of babies 2-24 months old. It aims to help you and your co-parent work together better and feel more confident as a parent.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 2 months–40 years - NCT06241300Recruiting
Parenting program for kids with attention or behavior challenges
This study tests a parenting program called the Chicago Parent Program to see if it helps children ages 4–5 who have trouble with attention, self-control, or following directions. Families who join will either receive the program right away or be in a control group that doesn't get it at first.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 4 years+ - NCT06305429Recruiting
Helping parents with daily routines
This study tests a program to help parents handle daily routines with their children, like mornings and bedtimes. If your child has behavior challenges during these times, this program might offer simple, practical tips.
BrazilAges 4–10 - NCT06315114Recruiting
Parenting support therapy for mental health
This study tests a talking therapy that helps parents with mental health challenges to better understand and connect with their child. It is designed for parents who are already getting help for conditions like anxiety, PTSD, or personality disorders.
Gentofte Municipality, Capital RegionAges 18–65 - NCT06346782Recruiting
Online parenting support for children with cancer
This study tests an online therapy program that helps parents manage challenging behaviors in children with cancer. If you join, you'll learn skills through video coaching sessions with a therapist, all from the comfort of your home.
St. Petersburg, FloridaAges Any age - NCT06348992Recruiting
Talk therapy and yoga for burnout in parents of children with autism
This study tests if combining talk therapy (ACT) with gentle yoga can help parents of children with autism who feel burned out. If you often feel exhausted or overwhelmed by caregiving, this program may give you new coping skills and support.
Daqing, None SelectedAges Any age - NCT06363695Recruiting
Building community health workers to support parents
This trial trains community health volunteers to help parents in Kibera with young children using a program called SafeCare. It aims to improve parenting skills and child safety.
NairobiAges 18 years+ - NCT06373484Recruiting
Matching treatment for kids with disruptive behavior and their parents
This study aims to find the best treatment approach for children with disruptive behavior by matching them to either group or individual therapy. It could help if your child struggles with behavior like defiance or conduct issues, and you're willing to participate in treatment.
Toronto, OntarioAges 6–12 - NCT06455397Recruiting
Building emotional awareness and mental health for parents
This trial tests a program called BEAM that helps parents and caregivers of young children (ages 2–5) manage stress, depression, anxiety, or anger. You'll get support from a peer coach through check-ins and learn skills to feel better.
Winnipeg, ManitobaAges 18 years+ - NCT06472115Recruiting
Parent-led therapy for autistic children who need routines
This study tests a program where parents help their autistic children who really struggle with changes in routines (insistence on sameness). It aims to reduce the need for family members to constantly adjust to these behaviors.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 6–11 - NCT06569303Recruiting
Filipino family health study for parents of children 8–12
This study offers a free parenting program for Filipino families with children ages 8–12 to help strengthen family bonds and manage challenges together. It is designed to understand what works best for your community.
Pasadena, CaliforniaAges 8 years+ - NCT06572137Recruiting
Parental burnout in mothers of children with cerebral palsy
This study looks at how common parental burnout is among mothers raising a child with cerebral palsy. It aims to understand the emotional challenges these mothers face so that better support can be provided.
GizaAges Any age - NCT07689305Recruiting
Video Interaction as Comfort for Kids Before Surgery
This trial tests if a live parent-child video chat or a cartoon before surgery can reduce agitation when a child wakes up from anesthesia. It may help children aged 2-6 who are having planned surgery.
Izmir, İzmirAges 2–6 - NCT06651242Recruiting
Support for young cancer patients and their parents
This trial tests a decision-support program for children and teens with cancer and their parents. It aims to help families communicate and make choices together during treatment.
Kaohsiung CityAges 7–20 - NCT06733584Recruiting
Helping Young Hispanic Autistic Children
This study offers support and services for young Hispanic children (18–42 months old) from low-income families who have or may have autism. It aims to help your child's development and connect your family with resources.
Lawrence, KansasAges 1.5 years–3.5 years - NCT06740266Recruiting
Parenting support for mothers and their babies
This study tests if a specially designed parenting program can help mothers and their babies bond better and possibly affect the baby's cells in a positive way. If you are a mother with a baby between 3 and 12 months old, receiving Medicaid, and getting care at WakeMed, you may be able to join.
Raleigh, North CarolinaAges 18 years+ - NCT06781840Recruiting
Play program to help parents and kids thrive
This study tests an online play-based program for parents and their 3 to 5 year old children enrolled in Head Start. It aims to improve parent-child relationships and child development through group sessions and activities.
New York, New YorkAges 3–5 - NCT06886841Recruiting
Parental well-being after childbirth in Switzerland
This study looks at how mothers and their partners feel after giving birth. By asking about your well-being, researchers hope to learn what helps parents adjust and where more support might be needed.
GenevaAges 14 years+ - NCT06889519Recruiting
Parenting support for caregivers with trauma history
This study tests a group therapy program for parents who have experienced trauma or difficult childhoods. It aims to help them build stronger bonds with their babies (0-36 months old) and improve family well-being.
Santiago, Santiago MetropolitanAges 18 years+ - NCT06937398Recruiting
Survey on brain monitoring during kids' anesthesia
This study surveys parents and older children to understand their views on using EEG brain monitoring during anesthesia. It aims to improve care for children having planned surgeries.
SingaporeAges 12 years+ - NCT06976463Recruiting
Parent knowledge of infant choking and CPR
This study tests whether a training program improves parents' ability to help a choking infant or perform CPR. It may be a good fit if you are willing to learn first aid for your baby.
Krakow, Lesser Poland VoivodeshipAges 18 years+ - NCT07033832Recruiting
Parent Support Program Using Acceptance and Commitment Therapy
This study tests a type of counseling (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) to help parents of children with complex medical needs cope with stress. If you join, you will attend in-person group sessions designed to support you and improve your well-being.
Hong KongAges 18 years+ - NCT07060573Recruiting
Parent-led mouth stimulation to help premature babies suck
This study tests if gentle mouth stimulation done by parents helps premature babies (around 34–36 weeks) learn to suck better. If your baby is stable and doesn’t have certain face or muscle conditions, this may help them feed sooner.
Guadalajara, JaliscoAges 8 months–8 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for parenting?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 414 recruiting parenting 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 parenting 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 parenting 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.