Comforting touch for stable newborns in intensive care
This trial tests whether gentle sensory interventions, like soothing touch, can help stable newborns in the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) feel more comfortable and possibly improve their sleep and well-being. It aims to see if these calming techniques are safe and beneficial for babies recovering without needing a breathing machine.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born between 35 and 42 weeks of pregnancy.
- Your baby weighs between 2,000 and 4,200 grams (about 4.4 to 9.3 pounds).
- Your baby is stable enough to not need a breathing tube or sedatives.
- Your baby hasn't had serious health issues and doesn't have major birth defects.
- You or another legal guardian can give written permission for your baby to join.
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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