Education on carbon footprint impacts for breastfeeding mothers
Breastfeeding: A Sustainable Choice to Reduce Carbon Footprint
This study tests whether teaching pregnant women about the environmental impact of their food choices can change how they breastfeed their babies.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 110 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 35 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (İstanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06780969 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates how education on carbon footprint affects breastfeeding practices among pregnant women. Participants are divided into two groups: one receiving four 60-minute educational sessions on sustainable nutrition, while the control group receives standard hospital care. Data is collected through face-to-face interviews and demographic questionnaires to assess the impact of the educational intervention on breastfeeding behaviors. The study aims to understand the relationship between awareness of sustainable practices and breastfeeding outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women aged 18 to 35 who are at least 24 weeks gestation.
Not a fit: Patients with significant medical conditions affecting breastfeeding or nutrition, multiple pregnancies, or those with unstable living conditions may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance breastfeeding practices by promoting sustainable nutrition awareness among new mothers.
How similar studies have performed: While the approach of integrating sustainability education into breastfeeding practices is relatively novel, similar educational interventions have shown promise in improving health behaviors.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Pregnant women 24 weeks gestation * Must be between 18 and 35 years of age. * Women must provide informed consent to participate in the study, indicating their willingness to participate in the educational intervention and assessments. * Attend educational sessions Exclusion Criteria: * Women with significant medical conditions that may affect breastfeeding or nutrition (e.g. serious mental illness, chronic disease) will be excluded. * Multiple pregnancies * Previous GREEN MOTHER training * Substance abuse * Women considered to be at high risk of non-compliance with the study protocol (e.g. those with unstable living conditions).
Where this trial is running
İstanbul
- University of Health Sciences — İstanbul, Turkey (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Leyla Kaya, PhD
- Email: leylakaya02@hotmail.com
- Phone: +905456449327
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.