Clinical trials
Parents clinical trials
Below are recruiting parents clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 415 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT03055871Recruiting
Active play program for parents and children ages 3 to 5
This study looks at how a parent-and-child active program may help children get more physical activity. To join, your child needs to not already meet the daily activity goal for moderate-to-vigorous play.
Victoria, British ColumbiaAges 3–5 - NCT03371641Recruiting
Study of alcohol exposure effects in unborn babies
This study looks at unborn babies exposed to alcohol during pregnancy and compares them with babies not exposed. Researchers test a pregnancy blood marker to see whether it may relate to early brain changes in the baby.
RouenAges 18 years+ - NCT03435042Recruiting
Hypnosis group program to help children with cancer and parents
This trial tests a hypnosis-based group program to improve quality of life for children with cancer and their parents. You may join if your family speaks French and the child is aged 8–18 and has cancer (or has a sibling with cancer).
LiègeAges 8 years+ - NCT03788122Recruiting
Learn how parents view fetal surgery
This study asks parents about their feelings, concerns, and understanding of two types of fetal (baby before birth) surgery. Your answers may help improve how future fetal surgeries are explained and supported.
LeuvenAges 18–65 - NCT03906435Recruiting
Cognitive therapy to prevent problems for very premature NICU babies
This study offers a counseling approach to help prevent “Vulnerable Child Syndrome” in babies born very early and cared for in the NICU. It focuses on support during the early months after birth and compares outcomes for families getting the therapy versus usual support.
Dallas, TexasAges Any age - NCT07383948Recruiting
Support for parents of NICU babies
This study tests a program to help parents of babies in the NICU build resilience and reduce emotional distress. It involves live video sessions and is for couples who may feel anxious or depressed.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT04244721Recruiting
Parent training program for children with autism
This trial tests whether a parent-led program (with PACT) can improve autism-related symptoms in children. It focuses on giving parents structured support, and it compares outcomes after families complete the program.
BronAges 1.5 years–3 years - NCT04278690Recruiting
Help parents safely give liquid medicines after NICU discharge
This study helps parents learn how to safely use their baby’s liquid medicines at home after a NICU stay. It may provide support and tools so medication is given correctly and follow-up care happens on time.
New York, New YorkAges 18 years+ - NCT04342026Recruiting
Study environment and hormones in undescended testicles
This study looks at whether environmental exposures and hormone disruption are linked to undescended testicles in children. It may help researchers better understand causes and risk factors, which could improve future care for affected families.
MontpellierAges 1 month–18 years - NCT04380051Recruiting
Sensory touch therapy to help parents bond with very preterm babies
This study tests whether a gentle sensory “stimulation” approach can improve how parents and very preterm babies interact and support the baby’s social development. If you qualify, you and your baby would be asked to take part so researchers can see whether this early intervention helps bonding and social skills.
ReimsAges Up to 1 day - NCT04529967Recruiting
Screening kids for inherited high cholesterol
This study checks children ages 1 to 3 during routine care to see who may have familial hypercholesterolemia, a genetic condition that causes high cholesterol. Early identification can help families learn about next steps and prevention.
Hefei, AnhuiAges 1–3 - NCT04685356Recruiting
Testing IBAIP for brain development in very preterm babies
This study looks at whether the IBAIP program can improve neurodevelopment (how the brain grows and works) in babies born very early. Babies are included only if they have a normal early neurological exam after being “corrected for prematurity.”
AngersAges 6 months–7 months - NCT04815889Recruiting
Early help for preschool children with developmental or behavior concerns
This trial tests an early detection and support program for preschool children who show developmental delays or behavior and self-regulation challenges. It may help by starting support sooner and targeting everyday communication, behavior, and functioning needs.
Eksjö, Jönköping CountyAges 1.5 years–6 years - NCT04856501Recruiting
Parenting support for preterm toddlers’ brain and self-control
This study tests whether a responsive parenting program helps toddlers born early think, learn, and manage behavior more easily. It also checks whether families can complete toddler brain and behavior assessments (including brain scans).
Houston, TexasAges 1.3 years–2.5 years - NCT04911036Recruiting
Compare parent stress after diagnosis before versus after birth
This study looks at how the timing of a baby’s diagnosis—before birth (antenatal) versus after birth (postnatal)—affects parents’ stress and emotional reactions after their child has surgery. You may be able to contribute by sharing experiences as a parent of a child who had this specific surgery.
LilleAges 18 years+ - NCT06252883Recruiting
Video calls to reduce stress for NICU parents
This trial tests whether regular video calls from the NICU bedside help lower stress for parents whose babies stay in the NICU for at least a week. If you're a parent of a newborn in the NICU, this study might offer extra support.
Chicago, IllinoisAges 1 week–2 months - NCT06414200Recruiting
Nutrition care at home for kids after hospital discharge
This study looks at how children who start nutritional support (like special drinks or tube feeding) in the hospital continue it at home after discharge. It aims to improve nutritional care for children from newborns to 18 years old.
Rotterdam, South HollandAges 1 week–18 years - NCT04997109Recruiting
Telemedicine for early constraint therapy in young children with CP
This trial studies a home-based (telemedicine) version of a therapy called constraint therapy for very young babies at risk for or diagnosed with cerebral palsy (CP). The goal is to improve how well the affected arm/hand works by encouraging use of the more affected side.
Atlanta, GeorgiaAges 4 months–1.1 years - NCT05059678Recruiting
Parenting support for families coping with advanced cancer
This study tests a parenting support program for adults who are living with an advanced solid cancer diagnosis and are actively treating it. It may help you and your child’s other parent/caregiver with coping and parenting during this stressful time.
Houston, TexasAges 18 years+ - NCT05158738Recruiting
Study of inherited heart conditions in children
This trial studies children with inherited (genetic) heart conditions that started before age 16. It may help improve how doctors identify the genetic cause and understand which families are affected.
LondonAges Any age - NCT05179876RecruitingPhase 3
Treatment access study for pulmonary hypertension when no other option
This Phase 3 study continues treatment for people with pulmonary hypertension who finished an earlier parent study and have no other approved treatment option. It tests whether continuing their current medicine can help them keep getting benefit and stay safe.
MinskAges 2 years+ - NCT05196763Recruiting
Nutrition lessons for Indiana families on SNAP-Ed timing
This study tests nutrition education for families with children who receive SNAP (food assistance). It aims to see how to better support food security and healthy eating by planning SNAP-Ed lessons and participation over about one year.
West Lafayette, IndianaAges 5 years+ - NCT05253235Recruiting
Health and resilience program for Black youth and their caregivers
This study tests a “health and resilience” support program for Black/African American youth and their primary caregiver, using questionnaires and possibly brain scans. It may help families build coping skills and track changes in health-related responses over time.
Athens, GeorgiaAges 10–13 - NCT05268796RecruitingPhase 2/Phase 3
Telehealth or in-home parent training for kids with autism
This study compares two ways of helping parents manage challenging behaviors in young children with autism: coaching by video (telehealth) or coaching in the home. It may help reduce self-injury or aggression by teaching caregivers practical behavior strategies over 12 weeks.
Stanford, CaliforniaAges 2–7
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for parents?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 415 recruiting parents 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 parents 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 parents 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.