Skin-to-skin contact after C-section
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at the effects of skin-to-skin contact right after birth for mothers who have a planned C-section. It may help you and your baby feel closer and more comfortable.
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Who can take part
- You are healthy and between 37 and 40 weeks pregnant.
- You are having a planned C-section (not a vaginal birth).
- You are expecting only one baby (not twins or more).
- You do not have any long-term health problems like diabetes or heart disease.
- Your baby is not known to have any birth defects.
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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