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Breastfeeding Clinical Trial in Little Rock, AR

Access cutting-edge breastfeeding treatment through this clinical trial at a research site in Little Rock. Study-provided care at no cost to qualified participants.

Sponsored by Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute

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Why Participate?

  • No-Cost Study Care

  • Local to Little Rock

    Convenient for AR residents

  • Cutting-Edge Treatment

    Access to innovative therapies

  • Expert Medical Care

    Close monitoring by specialists

  • Possible Compensation*

    For time and travel

*Compensation varies by study. Confirm details with coordinator.

Simple Process

  1. 1Submit this form
  2. 2Phone screening
  3. 3Visit Little Rock site if eligible
  4. 4Begin participation

About This Breastfeeding Study in Little Rock

This study is about preparing women with excessive weight to have better breastfeeding outcomes. By doing this study, the investigators hope to learn more about how hand expression of breast milk or colostrum during pregnancy can help prepare a mother to breastfeed after she has her baby and about how her diet affects the composition of her breast milk and her baby's growth and development.

Sponsor: Arkansas Children's Hospital Research Institute

Who Can Participate

Inclusion Criteria

Age 18 or older
Less than 37 weeks of pregnant with singleton fetus
Pre-pregnancy excessive weight (Body Mass Index ≥ 25 kg/m2)
Interested in breastfeeding
Willing to express colostrum from around 37 weeks of pregnancy if randomized to the prenatal intervention group
Willing to express human milk for sample collection during a 24-hour period
Willing to adhere to a meal plan for 5.5 months post-partum if randomized to the postnatal intervention group
Able to engage in study procedures for the first 24 months postpartum
Reside in Central Arkansas region

Exclusion Criteria

Pre-existing conditions (e.g. diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, thyroid disorders);
Use of recreational drugs, tobacco, or 2 or more servings of alcohol per month
Food allergies, intolerances, or preferences interfering with the meal plan
Medical history including any contraindication to breastfeeding (medications or supplements incompatible with breastfeeding, substance use)Multiparous pregnancy
History of breast surgery or radiation
Congenital defects
Preeclampsia

Not sure if you qualify? Submit your interest and a study coordinator will help determine your eligibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q:Is this study available in Little Rock?

Yes, this clinical trial (NCT06929091) has an active research site in Little Rock, AR that is currently enrolling participants.

Q:Is it safe to participate?

Clinical trials follow strict safety guidelines and ethical standards. This study has been reviewed and approved, and participants are closely monitored by medical professionals. You can withdraw at any time.

Q:Will I be compensated?

Many clinical trials offer compensation for your time and travel expenses. Specific compensation details will be discussed during the screening process. All study-related medical care is provided at no cost.

Q:Can I leave the trial if I change my mind?

Absolutely. Participation is completely voluntary. You have the right to withdraw from the study at any time, for any reason, without penalty.

Still have questions? Our study coordinators are here to help.

Breastfeeding Treatment Options in Little Rock, AR

If you're searching for breastfeeding treatment options in Little Rock, AR, this clinical trial (NCT06929091) may be an excellent opportunity. Clinical trials provide access to cutting-edge treatments that aren't yet available to the general public, often at no cost to participants.

Our Little Rock research site is actively enrolling participants for this clinical trial. You'll receive care from experienced breastfeeding specialists who are at the forefront of medical research. All study-related care, including examinations, treatments, and monitoring, is provided at no cost to qualified participants.

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