Comparing two ways of delaying umbilical cord clamping in newborns
This study looks at two different ways of waiting before clamping the umbilical cord after birth. Some babies get a 30-second wait, and others get a wait based on the pulses in the cord. The goal is to see which method might be better for mothers and newborns.
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Who can take part
- You are 18 years old or older
- You are planning a vaginal birth (not a cesarean)
- You are at full term (37 to 42 weeks pregnant)
- You are expecting one baby only
- Your baby is in the head-down position (normal for birth)
- You are in active labor and have agreed to participate
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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