Mother-Baby Study - Eating in the Absence of Hunger (EAH)
Launched by UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN · Oct 2, 2023
Trial Information
Current as of June 26, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The Mother-Baby Study is researching how emotions, attachment, and eating habits are connected between mothers and their infants. The goal is to understand how these factors influence how mothers feed their babies and how children develop their own eating behaviors and dietary choices. This study is important because it could help us learn more about healthy eating patterns in families and how to prevent issues like obesity in children.
To participate, infants must already be part of a long-term study focused on observing their growth and development. The study is open to all infants, and there are no specific restrictions based on gender or age, as long as they meet the criteria of being in the observational study. Participants can expect to contribute valuable information that may help improve how families approach feeding and nutrition. Additionally, this research could lead to better support for mothers and healthier eating habits for children in the future.
Gender
ALL
Eligibility criteria
- • The child is a participant in the observational study (NCT06039878).
About University Of Michigan
The University of Michigan, a leading academic institution renowned for its commitment to advancing healthcare and medical research, serves as a prominent clinical trial sponsor. With a robust infrastructure that supports innovative research initiatives, the university leverages its multidisciplinary expertise to conduct a wide array of clinical trials aimed at improving patient outcomes and advancing medical knowledge. Through its state-of-the-art facilities and collaborative environment, the University of Michigan fosters partnerships between researchers, clinicians, and industry leaders, ensuring the development of cutting-edge therapies and interventions that address pressing health challenges.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Julie Lumeng, MD
Study Chair
University of Michigan
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported