Preventing early obesity in healthy newborns
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This trial tests a new way to help prevent childhood obesity starting from birth. It is for healthy newborns and their families who can commit to regular follow-up visits at a local obesity clinic.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be a newborn (just born or a few days old).
- Your baby should be generally healthy – no severe prematurity, birth defects, or major complications that could affect feeding or growth.
- You and your family must be able to attend regular check-ups at a local pediatric obesity center.
- You (the parent or guardian) must give permission for your baby to join the study.
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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