Creating a peer support program for breastfeeding mothers with opioid use disorder
Community-Engaged Development of a Peer Breastfeeding Support Intervention for Mothers with Opioid Use Disorder
This study is looking to create a supportive program for mothers with opioid use disorder to help them start and continue breastfeeding, making it easier for them and their babies to thrive together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Boston Medical Center NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Boston, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-11030608 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a peer breastfeeding support intervention specifically for mothers who are dealing with opioid use disorder (OUD). It recognizes the unique challenges these mothers face in initiating and maintaining breastfeeding, which is crucial for the health of both mother and infant. By leveraging community engagement and peer support, the project seeks to create tailored services that address the barriers to breastfeeding in this population. The intervention will be tested to evaluate its effectiveness in improving breastfeeding rates and supporting recovery from OUD.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are mothers with opioid use disorder who are pregnant or have recently given birth.
Not a fit: Patients who do not have opioid use disorder or who are not interested in breastfeeding may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve breastfeeding rates among mothers with opioid use disorder, leading to better health outcomes for both mothers and their infants.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that peer support can be effective in promoting breastfeeding in other vulnerable populations, suggesting potential success for this novel approach.
Where this research is happening
Boston, United States
- Boston Medical Center — Boston, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Standish, Katherine R — Boston Medical Center
- Study coordinator: Standish, Katherine R
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.