Telephone support for fathers to improve breastfeeding
The Effect of a Father-involvement Breastfeeding Telephone Support Intervention on Exclusive and Sustained Breastfeeding: a Randomized Controlled Trial.
This study tests whether a phone support program for dads can help improve breastfeeding rates and strengthen the bond between parents and their baby.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 738 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | The Hong Kong Polytechnic University Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong) |
| Trial ID | NCT05109988 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This intervention evaluates the impact of a father-involvement telephone support program on exclusive breastfeeding rates, postnatal depression, and parent-infant bonding. The program consists of four weekly counseling sessions delivered via telephone to both mothers and fathers during the first month postpartum. The study aims to compare outcomes between participants receiving this intervention and those receiving standard postpartum care. By focusing on both parents, the study seeks to enhance breastfeeding practices and improve mental health outcomes in a culturally sensitive manner.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are postpartum mothers and fathers aged 18 years or older who have given birth to a single healthy baby and can communicate in Chinese.
Not a fit: Patients with psychiatric illnesses may not benefit from this study due to potential confounding factors affecting their mental health.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could lead to increased rates and duration of exclusive breastfeeding, improved mental health for parents, and stronger parent-infant bonding.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown positive outcomes with similar father-involvement interventions, suggesting potential for success in this approach.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * aged 18 years or above; * giving birth to a single healthy baby at term * ability to speak and read the Chinese language Exclusion Criteria: * psychiatric illness
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong
- Ngai Fei Wan — Hong Kong, Hong Kong (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Fei Wan Ngai, PhD — The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
- Study coordinator: Fei Wan Ngai, PhD
- Email: vivian.ngai@polyu.edu.hk
- Phone: 852 2766 6775
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.