Exploring how maternal depression affects infant feeding in new mothers
The Relationship Between Maternal Perinatal Depression and Feeding Behavior Among Primiparas
This study looks at how depression in new mothers affects how they feed their babies, including breastfeeding and introducing solid foods.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 500 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | National Taiwan University Hospital Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Taipei) |
| Trial ID | NCT06231602 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to investigate the relationship between maternal perinatal depression and infant feeding behaviors among first-time mothers. It will collect data through questionnaires administered at four different time points: during pregnancy and at two, four, and six months postpartum. The study seeks to understand how depression during pregnancy influences breastfeeding and complementary feeding practices, as well as the potential bidirectional relationship between postpartum depression and feeding behaviors. The research will focus on a cohort of 500 pregnant women recruited from the Obstetrics and Gynecology Clinic at National Taiwan University Hospital.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are first-time pregnant women over 18 years old with stable signs of pregnancy.
Not a fit: Patients with recurrent pregnancy loss or those who do not agree to participate will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could provide insights that improve maternal mental health support and infant feeding practices.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated a relationship between maternal depression and infant feeding, but this specific focus on Asian Chinese populations is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Primipara * Adult women over 18 years old * Those with no recurrent pregnancy loss and stable signs of pregnancy * Those who agree to participate in this study Exclusion Criteria: * No exclusion conditions
Where this trial is running
Taipei
- National Taiwan University Hospital — Taipei, Taiwan (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Hung-Hui Chen — National Taiwan University Hostiptal
- Study coordinator: Hung-Hui Chen
- Email: hunghuichen@ntu.edu.tw
- Phone: 886-2-2394-7109
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.