Improving breastfeeding support for Black and Hispanic families
Clinically Integrated Breastfeeding Peer Counseling to Promote Breastfeeding Equity
NA · Endeavor Health · NCT05441709
This study tests whether adding peer counseling to regular breastfeeding support can help Black and Hispanic families breastfeed more successfully and for a longer time.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 990 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 45 Years |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Endeavor Health (other) |
| Locations | 4 sites (Chicago, Illinois and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT05441709 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study evaluates the effectiveness of adding clinically integrated breastfeeding peer counseling (ci-BPC) to standard lactation care in reducing disparities in breastfeeding intensity and duration among Black and Hispanic/Latine families. It is a randomized control trial conducted at three hospitals in the Chicago area, comparing standard lactation care with the addition of ci-BPC. The study aims to enhance breastfeeding knowledge, attitudes, and access to support while identifying barriers and facilitators to implementation.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are pregnant individuals between 12 and 20 weeks gestation who are English or Spanish speaking and planning to deliver at one of the participating hospitals.
Not a fit: Patients considering pregnancy termination or adoption, or those with prior exposure to ci-BPC will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly improve breastfeeding outcomes for Black and Hispanic families, promoting better health for both mothers and infants.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in using peer counseling to improve breastfeeding outcomes, making this approach promising yet still focused on specific demographic disparities.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * 12 and 24 weeks gestation * English or Spanish speaking * Planning to parent their infant * Planning to deliver at SH, HPH or UCM * No prior exposure to ci-BPC Exclusion Criteria: * considering pregnancy termination or adoption * Prior exposure to ci-BPC
Where this trial is running
Chicago, Illinois and 3 other locations
- Swedish Hospital — Chicago, Illinois, United States (RECRUITING)
- UChicago Medicine Hospital (University of Chicago) — Chicago, Illinois, United States (RECRUITING)
- Endeavor Health (NorthShore University HealthSystem) — Evanston, Illinois, United States (NOT_YET_RECRUITING)
- Highland Park Hospital — Highland Park, Illinois, United States (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Ann Borders, MD, MS — Endeavor Health (NorthShore University HealthSystem)
- Study coordinator: Lauren Keenan-Devlin, MPH, PhD
- Email: lkeenan-devlin@northshore.org
- Phone: 8475701971
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.
Conditions: Breastfeeding, Peer Counseling, Lay health worker, Infant Feeding