Breastfeeding support for malnourished young infants
Treatments studied
Part of Hormones & metabolism clinical trials.
This study tests whether extra breastfeeding support after leaving the hospital helps malnourished babies grow better and develop well. It's for young infants in Kilifi County, Kenya, who are underweight and can still breastfeed.
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Who can take part
- Your baby is between 4 weeks and 12 weeks old.
- Your baby is underweight or has poor growth (low weight for length, low mid-upper arm circumference, or swelling in feet/legs).
- Your baby can still breastfeed (you or another woman are willing to breastfeed).
- Your baby does not have a health issue that prevents breastfeeding, like a cleft palate.
- You agree to take part in the study.
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