Using a blanket with mother's scent to reduce stress in premature newborns
The Effect of Maternally Scent-digested Blanket on the Stress Level, Crying Duration and Physiological Parameters of Premature Newborns
NA · Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa · NCT06437106
This study tests if using a blanket that smells like a mother can help reduce stress and crying in premature babies in the NICU.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 60 (estimated) |
| Ages | 28 Weeks to 36 Weeks |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | Istanbul University - Cerrahpasa (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Istanbul) |
| Trial ID | NCT06437106 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the impact of a blanket impregnated with a mother's scent on stress levels, crying duration, and physiological parameters in premature infants. It recognizes the importance of maternal involvement in the care of hospitalized preterm infants, particularly in neonatal intensive care units (NICUs). The study will compare the effects of the scented blanket against a non-scented blanket and a control group to assess the potential benefits of maternal odor in reducing stress and discomfort in these vulnerable infants.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are premature infants aged 0 to 28 days, born between 28 and 36 weeks of gestation, who are stable and have parental consent.
Not a fit: Patients who may not benefit include those with conditions that prevent pain assessment or who have been sedated recently.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could significantly reduce stress and improve the overall well-being of premature newborns in NICUs.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have indicated that maternal odors can effectively reduce stress in newborns, suggesting that this approach may have a basis in established research.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * The baby is in the neonatal period (babies between 0 and 28 days), * Admission to the neonatal intensive care unit has been completed. * Between 28 and 36 weeks of pregnancy, * The general situation is stable. * Not having conditions that prevent pain assessment (intracranial bleeding, neuromotor development delay, etc.), * The child has not been sedated or sedated in the last 6 hours. * Baby's breastfeeding should be finished 30 minutes before the intervention. Its weight is more than 1000 grams. * Apgar score is high, * Consent of the families to participate in the research Exclusion Criteria: Hospitalized for a second time during the data collection process. Lack of literacy in parents
Where this trial is running
Istanbul
- Istanbul - cerrahpasha University — Istanbul, Turkey (Türkiye) (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: shahla shafaati laleh, Master — Turkey , Istanbul University- cerrahpasha
- Study coordinator: shahla shafaati laleh, Master
- Email: shafaati.sh@gmail.com
- Phone: 00989364357181
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: Family-centered Care, The smell of mother, baby, stress, physiological parameters