Can a bathtub bath reduce stress in babies with jaundice lights?
This study tests whether giving a gentle bathtub bath to newborns receiving phototherapy (light treatment for jaundice) helps lower their stress and makes them more comfortable. It aims to see if this simple care practice can improve your baby's well-being during treatment.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be full-term (born at 37 weeks or later)
- Your baby must weigh at least 5.5 pounds (2500 grams) at birth
- Your baby must be at least 24 hours old
- Your baby is currently hospitalized and receiving light therapy for jaundice that started after birth
- Your baby does not have any other medical condition or need extra treatments
- Your baby's vital signs (heart rate and breathing) are stable and not on a ventilator or high-oxygen support
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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