Vitamin A for mothers of premature babies
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether taking vitamin A supplements can increase the amount of vitamin A in breast milk for mothers who gave birth very early. This is important because vitamin A helps premature babies grow and develop.
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Who can take part
- You are between 18 and 45 years old.
- You gave birth to your baby before 29 weeks of pregnancy.
- You plan to provide breast milk for at least 4 months after birth.
- You are able to swallow pills and follow the study schedule.
- You do not have liver disease or a condition that affects how your body uses vitamin A.
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