Clinical trials
Preterm clinical trials
Below are recruiting preterm clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 286 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT06351202Recruiting
Abdominal massage for feeding issues in preemies
This study tests whether gentle tummy massage can help premature babies in the NICU who have trouble digesting feedings. If your baby qualifies, they will receive daily massages to see if it improves feeding and comfort.
Clermont-FerrandAges 3 days–2 months - 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+ - 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+ - NCT06514014Recruiting
Switching from donor milk: a feasibility study
This study tests switching premature babies from donor human milk to formula or other milk. It looks to see if the switch is safe and easy for babies who are at least 28 days old and weigh more than 2 pounds 12 ounces.
Augusta, GeorgiaAges 4 weeks+ - NCT06627140Recruiting
Preterm birth, parent stress, and child mental health
This study follows up on families who were already in an earlier research project about preterm birth. It looks at how parents' stress during pregnancy and after birth might affect their child's mental health as they grow up.
Frankfurt am Main, HesseAges Any age - NCT06705257Recruiting
Breathing support study for very early preterm babies
This study tests if a specific breathing technique (using PEEP to open up collapsed parts of the lungs) can help very premature babies (born before 32 weeks) who need breathing support. Researchers want to see if it can improve lung function in the first two weeks of life.
MiddlesbroughAges 5 months–7 months - NCT07538999Recruiting
Early Feeding Strategies for Premature Babies
This study tests optimized early feeding and nutrition plans for babies born very early (before 32 weeks of pregnancy or weighing less than 1500 grams). The goal is to help these fragile infants grow better and stay healthier during their first weeks of life.
ShanghaiAges Up to 1 day - NCT06726226Recruiting
Extremely preterm infant lung health study
This study follows the breathing and lung health of very early preterm babies (born before 29 weeks) for two years. It helps doctors understand and improve long-term respiratory care for these tiny infants.
SeoulAges Up to 1 week - NCT06760832Recruiting
Optimizing milk feeding for preterm infants
This trial tests different ways to give milk feeds to preterm babies who are already eating fully by mouth. The goal is to find the best feeding schedule to help them grow and thrive.
Bologna, BolgonaAges Any age - NCT06767293Recruiting
Parenting support for preterm children with behavior challenges
This trial tests a parenting program for caregivers of children born very preterm (before 32 weeks) who also have behavior problems. The program aims to help parents manage difficult behaviors and improve family well-being.
Cincinnati, OhioAges 3–8 - NCT06787963Recruiting
Breast milk proteins study for healthy moms
This study looks at the small proteins and peptides in breast milk and how they change over time. It aims to understand the health benefits of these components for breastfed babies, particularly when moms exclusively breastfeed for 4 months.
Córdoba, CórdobaAges birth–4 months - NCT06794307Recruiting
Blood sugar in pregnant women receiving betamethasone for preterm birth
This study looks at how betamethasone, a steroid given to help babies' lungs mature, affects blood sugar levels in pregnant women without diabetes. It may help ensure safer treatment for women at risk of early labor.
Aarhus, Central Region DenmarkAges 18 years+ - NCT06808997Recruiting
Study on breathing support decisions for very early preterm babies
This study looks at how doctors decide when to remove the breathing tube (extubation) from extremely preterm babies born before 28 weeks of pregnancy. It aims to understand what affects breathing outcomes and could help improve care for these tiny infants.
AmiensAges 1 minute–5 months - NCT06854549Recruiting
Picture book reading for preterm babies and their parents
This study tests whether reading picture books to preterm infants can improve their stability, reduce parental anxiety, and strengthen parent-child bonding. It aims to provide a simple, comforting activity for families.
Taipei, BeitouAges 6 months–9 months - NCT06939192Recruiting
Digital support for families of preterm babies
This study tests an e-health program to help families of babies born between 28 and 34 weeks. The program provides online tools and guidance, aiming to improve health and development.
Tübingen, Baden-WurttembergAges 6 months–8 months - NCT06975189RecruitingPhase 2
Reducing radiation in preterm baby lung scans
This trial tests whether using ultrasound instead of X-rays for lung imaging can safely reduce radiation exposure in very premature babies. If your baby needs lung imaging, they may be able to join.
Melbourne, VictoriaAges Up to 1 day - NCT06980025RecruitingPhase 3
Aspirin dose trial to prevent preterm birth
This study tests if a higher dose of aspirin can help prevent another early delivery in women who have had a preterm birth before. If you qualify, you would take either a standard or escalated dose of aspirin during your current pregnancy.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 14 years+ - NCT07061366Recruiting
Using the Bambi-Belt for very premature babies
This study tests a special belt called the Bambi-Belt in extremely preterm babies (born before 26 weeks) during their first week of life. The goal is to see if the belt helps provide better care and monitoring. It may be an option for your baby if they are very early and do not have skin problems or need only comfort care.
AmsterdamAges Up to 1 week - NCT07152106Recruiting
Amniotic fluid and the preterm baby's gut
This study looks at the fluid around your baby (amniotic fluid) and how it might affect your baby's gut health if they are born early. It may help doctors understand how to better care for preterm infants.
AmsterdamAges 16 years+ - NCT07154134Recruiting
Blood markers in preterm babies with breathing problems
This study looks at two substances in the blood (endocan and copeptin) to see if they can help doctors understand breathing problems in premature babies. It may lead to better ways to care for these infants.
Tanta, El-GharbiaAges 6 months–8 months - NCT07261787RecruitingPhase 4
Surfactant given in 1 vs. 5 minutes for very preterm babies
This trial compares giving a breathing treatment (surfactant) over 1 minute versus 5 minutes to help very premature babies born before 28 weeks. The goal is to see which timing helps the baby's breathing and heart rate stabilize better.
GrazAges birth–3 days - NCT07265583Recruiting
Predicting lung injury in premature babies
This study looks at premature babies to see if we can predict lung injury early. It may help doctors provide better care for babies born early or with low birth weight.
PaviaAges 6 months–7 months - NCT07273266Recruiting
Pacifier use and feeding in preterm babies
This trial looks at how using a pacifier helps premature babies learn to feed better. If your baby is stable, starting feedings for the first time, and can use a pacifier safely, they may be eligible.
Istanbul, AtaşehirAges birth–4 weeks - NCT07275021Recruiting
Brain Injury & Vision Screening in Newborns
This study looks for early signs of vision problems in babies who had brain injuries around the time of birth. It aims to help doctors better identify and predict these issues.
Boston, MassachusettsAges 7 months–10 months
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for preterm?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 286 recruiting preterm 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 preterm 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 preterm 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.