Understanding the benefits of human milk on infant and child health

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This observational study at UC San Diego aims to establish a biorepository of breast milk samples to investigate how human milk influences the health of infants and children. Participants will provide milk samples and complete questionnaires regarding their health, eating habits, and mood. The collected samples and data will be stored for future research to better understand the impact of breastfeeding, especially in the context of COVID-19 and related treatments. The study seeks to gather valuable insights that could inform health recommendations for breastfeeding mothers and their children.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Women who are 18 years old or older
* Breastfeeding
* Producing sufficient breast milk to donate an excess to the Biorepository

Exclusion Criteria:

* Women under 18 years old

Where it's running

• University of California, San Diego
  San Diego, California, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Christina Chambers, PhD, MPH — University of California, San Diego
• Study coordinator: Christina Chambers, PhD, MPH
• Email: chchambers@ucsd.edu
• Phone: 858-246-1793

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.