At a glance
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Breastfeeding Promotion RCT and Child Metabolic Syndrome
In Brief
A clinical study evaluating Breastfeeding promotion and support for Effect of Breastfeeding on Maternal and Child Health Outcomes. Completed, enrolled 17,046 participants across 1 site.
Detailed Summary
The overall goal of the PROBIT study is to investigate the influence of a randomized breastfeeding promotion intervention designed to increase the duration and exclusivity of breastfeeding ("the breastfeeding promotion intervention") on the development of maternal and child health outcomes. The hypothesis is that randomization to the intervention will be associated with lower child adiposity, lower risk of asthma and atopy, improved lung function, and improved cognitive outcomes.
Study Details
Timeline
Interventions
Breastfeeding promotion and support according to the World Health Organization's Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative