Pacifier-activated lullaby for preterm infant oral feeding
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a special pacifier that plays a lullaby when a baby sucks can help preterm infants learn to feed by mouth sooner. It may improve their oral feeding skills and support their transition from tube feedings.
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Who can take part
- Your baby was born before 32 weeks of pregnancy
- At the time of the study, your baby is between 34 and 35 6/7 weeks since their last menstrual period
- Your baby gets at least half of their nutrition from tube feedings (not by mouth)
- Your baby is not on a breathing machine (ventilator) or high-flow nasal cannula (CPAP) at the start
- Your baby's doctors and feeding specialists must agree it is safe for them to try oral feeding
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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