Promoting mother-baby bonding through sustainable breastfeeding practices
Promoting Mother-baby Bonding Through Sustainable Breastfeeding Practices: A Green Mom Approach
This study tests whether teaching mothers about eco-friendly breastfeeding practices can help strengthen the bond between them and their babies compared to standard hospital care.
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 | NCT06781190 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This research focuses on identifying sustainable breastfeeding practices and green motherhood initiatives to foster a strong bond between mothers and their infants. The study involves two groups: one receiving green motherhood education through four training sessions, and a control group receiving standard hospital care. Data is collected through face-to-face interviews and demographic questionnaires to assess the impact of the educational intervention on postpartum attachment. The study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of these practices in enhancing the mother-child relationship.
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 and are first-time mothers.
Not a fit: Patients with significant medical conditions affecting breastfeeding, multiple pregnancies, or previous green mother training may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance the mother-baby bond and promote healthier breastfeeding practices.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown success in promoting breastfeeding and maternal attachment through educational interventions, indicating a promising approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
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 * Pregnant primiparous 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
- Principal investigator: Leyla Kaya, PhD — Saglik Bilimleri Universitesi
- 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.