Family counseling support for very early preterm birth
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This trial studies a better way to provide counseling to families when a baby is expected to be born very early (between about 22 and 25 weeks). It may help you and your partner feel more prepared for the NICU and what to expect next.
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Who can take part
- You are an adult pregnant person who speaks English
- You are currently in the hospital between 22 weeks 0 days and 25 weeks 6 days of pregnancy
- A NICU consultation has been requested and already happened for you
- You and your adult partner are part of the counseling (if your partner is available)
- Your pregnancy is not affected by a major congenital birth defect
- You are not having a repeat NICU counseling visit for this same pregnancy
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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