Kangaroo mother care for low birth weight babies
This study tests if kangaroo mother care (holding your baby skin-to-skin) improves hospital outcomes for low birth weight babies. It may help your baby gain weight and stay healthier.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be 1 to 6 hours old.
- Your baby must be born after more than 32 weeks of pregnancy.
- Your baby's birth weight must be between 1500 and 2000 grams (about 3.3 to 4.4 pounds).
- Your baby can be born by cesarean or vaginal delivery.
- Your baby must not have major birth defects or need intensive care for breathing help.
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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