Maternal Comfort for Pain Relief During Blood Draw in Preemies
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This study tests whether a mother's comforting actions (like holding, talking, or breastfeeding) can reduce pain in very premature babies during a blood draw. It may help your baby feel less pain without extra medicine.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born very early (before 32 weeks) and is now less than 34 weeks corrected age.
- Your baby needs a blood draw (venipuncture) for routine monitoring.
- Your baby is being cared for in the neonatal medicine and intensive care unit at Strasbourg Hospital.
- Both parents or guardians must agree to the study.
- You are covered by French social health insurance.
- Your baby must not have major organ problems, serious brain bleeding, or be medically unstable.
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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