Timing breast milk feeds to help preterm babies sleep and develop
This study tests whether feeding preterm babies breast milk at specific times of day (matched to when the milk was expressed) helps them sleep better and develop normal sleep-wake patterns. Researchers believe this timing may support babies' natural body clocks.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born between 32 and 36 weeks of pregnancy (not full-term)
- Your baby is 1 month old or younger when enrolling
- Your baby is receiving expressed (pumped) breast milk—either as the only food or mixed with formula
- You can label and store milk with collection times and follow feeding instructions based on study assignment
- Your baby does not have major birth defects, serious infections, or significant medical conditions beyond common newborn issues
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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