Starting feeds on day 1 for very small premature babies
Part of Digestive system clinical trials.
This study is for very premature babies (weighing about 2 pounds or less) to see if starting small feedings on the first day of life helps them reach full feeds sooner. If your baby is very small and otherwise healthy, this option may help them grow faster.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must weigh 1000 grams (about 2 pounds 3 ounces) or less at birth.
- There should be no known birth defects that affect the stomach or intestines.
- The baby's condition must not be so severe that death seems likely soon.
- No major blockages in the stomach or intestines (like a twist or hole).
- The baby's medical team must agree to this 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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