Baby crying sounds as early brain development clues
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study records cries from full-term and premature newborns to see if crying patterns can predict brain development. It may lead to earlier detection of developmental issues.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be born at the Saint-Etienne University Hospital
- Your baby can be full-term (born after 37 weeks) or premature (born before 37 weeks)
- Your baby’s weight at birth must be between the 10th and 90th percentile (normal range) on growth charts
- You must have legal authority over your baby and be enrolled in or eligible for social security
- Your baby must not have a serious condition diagnosed before birth, and must pass a newborn hearing test
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