Influence of Bottle-Type on Infant Feeding Behaviors (NCT02111694) | Clinical Trial Compass
CompletedNot Applicable
Influence of Bottle-Type on Infant Feeding Behaviors
United States29 participantsStarted 2013-06
Plain-language summary
The objective of the proposed research is to conduct a within-subject, experimental study that will describe mothers' feeding practices during typical bottle-feeding conditions and will examine whether removal of visual cues related to the amount of milk/formula in the bottle will alter these feeding practices. The investigators hypothesize that mothers will show higher levels of infant-directed feeding practices and lower levels of mother-directed feeding practices when using opaque, weighted bottles compared to when using standard, clear bottles. The investigators also hypothesize that infants will consume less breast milk or formula when fed from opaque, weighted bottles compared to when fed from standard, clear bottles.
Who can participate
Age range
6 Months
Sex
ALL
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Inclusion Criteria:
* Mothers must be 18 years or older
* Infants must be between 0- and 6-months of age
* Infants must be prior to the introduction of solid foods
Exclusion Criteria:
* Preterm birth
* Medical conditions that interfere with feeding
Questions worth asking your doctor
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1Based on my diagnosis and history, is this trial worth exploring for me — or is there a standard treatment we should try first?
2What does this trial's phase tell us about how much is already known about its safety and benefit?
3What would taking part actually involve for me — visits, tests, time, and travel?
4What are the known and possible risks or side effects I should weigh, and how would they be monitored?
5If this trial isn't the right fit, what other options or trials would you suggest I look into?
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4Who pays for the scans, blood work, and other tests the trial requires — the study, my insurance, or me?
5How will being in the trial affect my regular care, and will my own doctor stay informed and involved?
6Can I leave the trial at any point if I change my mind, and what would happen to my care if I do?
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What they're measuring
1
Infant intake within a feeding (mL)
Timeframe: 3-hour period
2
Maternal responsiveness to infant cues during a feeding