Clinical Research Directory

Kangaroo Care: Breastfeeding Success and Maternal Role

Purpose: This is a randomized controlled trial designed to investigate the effects of Intermittent Kangaroo Mother Care (KMC) in the early postpartum period to primiparous mothers on breastfeeding success and the perception of the maternal role. Methodology and Sample: Setting and Period: The study will be conducted at the Bucak State Hospital Delivery Unit between June 2025 and June 2026. Sample Size: Based on G\*Power analysis (alpha=0.05, power=80%, effect size d=0.548), a total of 108 mothers will be included, accounting for a 10% potential attrition rate. Participants will be assigned to groups using the sealed envelope method and randomization via www.random.org. Intervention: Experimental Group: Following routine care, the newborn will be placed in a "chest-to-chest" position on the mother's bare chest for intermittent Kangaroo Care. Intermittent KMC will be maintained for 24 hours, during which breastfeeding attempts will be supported. Control Group: Mothers and newborns will receive only the hospital's routine care (standard skin-to-skin contact and breastfeeding support). Data Collection Tools: Personal Information Form, Semantic Differential Scale-Myself as a Mother (to measure maternal role perception), LATCH Breastfeeding Assessment Tool (to evaluate breastfeeding success).

The Effect of Kangaroo Care Education on Mother-Infant Bonding, Maternal and Neonatal Comfort

Kangaroo care encompasses early and continuous skin-to-skin contact, frequent and regular breastfeeding, early discharge from the hospital, and other supportive care practices necessary for the infant . Through kangaroo care, the transition of newborns from intrauterine to extrauterine life is facilitated, and a strong and secure bond between the mother and the newborn is established. Kangaroo care, which does not require any additional equipment or special preparation, is a safe method that can be easily and frequently implemented due to its numerous benefits. Since maternal and neonatal health affects not only the family but also public health, maternal and neonatal comfort is considered to be of great importance. Kangaroo care is believed to contribute positively to the enhancement of this comfort and the strengthening of the mother-infant bond. Despite the well-documented benefits of kangaroo care in the literature, its implementation in our country has not reached the desired level. This study is planned to determine the effect of kangaroo care education provided to pregnant women in the third trimester on mother-infant bonding and maternal and neonatal comfort.

Kangaroo Care in the Operating Room

The study was done to learn how kangaroo care in the operating room help mothers and infants.

The Effect of Breastfeedıng and Kangaroo Care Applıed Before Heel Blood Collectıon on Newborn Paın and Comfort

This research will be conducted using a randomized controlled, double-blind experimental design to determine the effects of breastfeeding and kangaroo care on the pain and comfort of newborn babies before heel prick blood sampling. The study group will consist of newborn babies, and one of the observers administering the pain and comfort scores will be independent of the research participants, with the observer evaluating the babies without knowing which group they belong to. Study Hypotheses H0a = Breastfeeding before heel prick test in newborns does not affect the baby's pain. H1a = Breastfeeding before heel prick test in newborns reduces the baby's pain. H0b = Kangaroo care before heel prick test in newborns does not affect the baby's pain. H1b = Kangaroo care before heel prick test in newborns reduces the baby's pain. H0c = Breastfeeding before heel prick test in newborns does not affect the baby's comfort level. H1c = Breastfeeding before heel prick test in newborns increases the baby's comfort level. H0d = Kangaroo care before heel prick test in newborns does not affect the baby's comfort level. H1d = Kangaroo care before heel prick test in newborns increases the baby's comfort level. The research is planned to be conducted at the Obstetrics and Gynecology Department of Sivas Cumhuriyet University Women's and Children's Hospital in Sivas city center between February 1, 2025 and March 1, 2026. The study population will consist of newborns born by cesarean section and admitted to the Obstetrics and Gynecology ward of Sivas Cumhuriyet University Health Services Application and Research Hospital. The study sample will comprise newborns born by cesarean section and admitted to the Obstetrics and Gynecology ward of Sivas Cumhuriyet University Health Services Application and Research Hospital who meet the study criteria. The study (breastfeeding group, kangaroo care group) and control groups will consist of a total of 120 newborns. The following instruments will be used to collect research data: Newborn and Parent Demographic Information Form, Neonatal Infant Pain Scale (NIPS), Neonatal Comfort Behavior Scale, informed consent form, and Blinded Evaluator NIPS form. The study will also utilize a pulse oximeter, a camera, and a stopwatch.

Intraventricular Hemorrhage in Kangaroo Care vs. Incubator Care

This clinical study aims to find out whether kangaroo care (skin-to-skin contact between parents and their extremely premature newborns) can help protect the babies' brains by reducing the risk of bleeding in the brain during the first days of life. To do this, the extremely premature newborns will be randomly assigned to one of three groups: kangaroo care in a side-lying position, kangaroo care in a face-down position, or standard care in an incubator. Researchers will monitor the babies for signs of brain bleeding and other health measures to determine which approach is safest. The main hypothesis is that kangaroo care in the side-lying position may lower the risk of severe brain bleeding compared with the other positions or remaining in the incubator.

Effect of Combined Skin-to-Skin Contact and Kangaroo Care on Breastfeeding and Bonding in Cesarean-Born Newborns

This randomized controlled study aims to evaluate the effect of consecutive skin-to-skin contact applied by the mother and father on breastfeeding parameters and parent-infant bonding in babies born by cesarean section. The study includes two groups: an intervention group receiving consecutive skin-to-skin contact by the father followed by the mother, and a control group receiving routine postnatal care. Breastfeeding success and parental bonding will be assessed using validated measurement tools during the early postnatal period and follow-up.

Promoting Kangaroo Care for Preterm or Low Birthweight Infants in Rural India

The goal of this study is to develop ways to help mothers of preterm or low birth weight infants do Kangaroo Care at home after discharge from the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit in rural India.

Effect of Kangaroo Care on Test Weighing

The study will be conducted with the Crossover Randomized Controlled Method. The infants who have attained oral feeding in the neonatal intensive care unit will be divided into two groups via randomization in the computer environment. After the randomization, kangaroo care will be applied to the infants in Group 1 during the first feeding hour when they are included in the study and they will be breastfed by their mothers without any other application during the next feeding. On the other hand, no application will be performed on the infants in Group 2 during the first feeding hour when they are included in the study and kangaroo care will be applied to them during the second feeding hour. The infants in both groups will be breastfed by their mothers during the feeding hours.