Kangaroo care for low birth weight babies
This study tests whether kangaroo mother care (holding your baby skin-to-skin on your chest) improves hospital outcomes for low birth weight babies. It may help your baby gain weight and stay healthier during their stay.
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Who can take part
- Your baby must be 1 to 6 hours old at the time of joining the study
- Your baby must have been born after 32 weeks of pregnancy
- Your baby can be born by cesarean section or vaginal delivery
- Your baby's birth weight must be between 1500 and 2000 grams (about 3.3 to 4.4 pounds)
- Your baby must not have major birth defects, heart conditions, or chromosomal abnormalities
- Your baby must not need intensive care for breathing help or resuscitation at birth
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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