Parent-led mouth stimulation to help premature babies suck
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests if gentle mouth stimulation done by parents helps premature babies (around 34–36 weeks) learn to suck better. If your baby is stable and doesn’t have certain face or muscle conditions, this may help them feed sooner.
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Who can take part
- Your baby is between 34 and 36 weeks corrected age
- Your baby is healthy enough for gentle mouth stimulation
- You give permission by signing a consent form
- Your baby does not have a cleft lip or palate or a major muscle/nerve condition
- There is no medical reason to avoid feeding your baby by mouth
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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