Text Messaging Programs for Breastfeeding
Trial Summary
Do I have to stop taking my current medications for this trial?
The trial protocol does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
Will I have to stop taking my current medications?
The trial information does not specify whether you need to stop taking your current medications.
What data supports the idea that Text Messaging Programs for Breastfeeding is an effective treatment?
The available research shows that text messaging programs for breastfeeding, like the LATCH intervention, are effective in increasing early contact between mothers and breastfeeding peer counselors. In one study, 86.6% of mothers in the texting group had contact with counselors within 48 hours of delivery, compared to only 27.3% in the control group. This suggests that text messaging can help improve support for new mothers, which is important for successful breastfeeding.12345
What data supports the effectiveness of the treatment Text Messaging Programs for Breastfeeding?
Research shows that text messaging programs can improve breastfeeding rates by providing timely support and education. For example, a study found that mothers who received text message support had more frequent contact with breastfeeding counselors and higher exclusive breastfeeding rates compared to those who did not receive text messages.12346
What safety data exists for text messaging programs for breastfeeding?
The studies reviewed focus on the feasibility, acceptability, and effectiveness of text messaging interventions for breastfeeding support, such as the LATCH pilot and other similar programs. These studies indicate that text messaging is a feasible and effective method for providing breastfeeding support, with high engagement and satisfaction among participants. However, specific safety data is not explicitly mentioned in the abstracts provided. The interventions are generally considered safe as they involve communication and support rather than medical procedures.12367
Is text messaging for breastfeeding support safe for participants?
Is the treatment Team2BF, Text4baby a promising treatment for breastfeeding?
Yes, Team2BF, Text4baby is a promising treatment for breastfeeding. Studies show that text messaging can effectively support and promote breastfeeding by providing education, social support, and immediate communication between mothers and counselors. This approach has been found to increase early contact between mothers and counselors and improve breastfeeding rates.16789
How is the Text Messaging Programs for Breastfeeding treatment different from other treatments for breastfeeding support?
The Text Messaging Programs for Breastfeeding, including Team2BF and Text4baby, are unique because they use automated text messages to provide remote breastfeeding support, education, and encouragement, which can be more immediate and accessible compared to traditional in-person support methods.16789
What is the purpose of this trial?
The purpose of the study is to see if a program of text messages that support and promote breastfeeding for expecting and delivered African-American/Black women (called TEAM2BF), as compared to a national maternal health texting program (called Bright By Text), can result in more women being able to breastfeed their infant. Because breastfeeding is healthy for mothers and babies, and because fewer African-American/Black women decide to breastfeed and continue breastfeeding than many other racial and ethnic groups, researchers like us are trying to figure out ways to be supportive to African-American/Black mothers who might be interested in breastfeeding. The investigators will enroll up to 80 mothers and their infants at UHCMC.
Research Team
Lydia Furman, MD
Principal Investigator
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Eligibility Criteria
The TOPS trial is for African-American/Black expecting and delivered women interested in breastfeeding. It aims to support these mothers by comparing two text message programs: TEAM2BF, designed specifically to promote breastfeeding, versus Text4baby, a national maternal health program.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Intervention
Participants receive breastfeeding-supportive text messages from 28 weeks gestation through delivery, daily through 2 weeks postpartum, weekly from 2 to 10 weeks, and then monthly to one year
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for the effectiveness of the texting program on breastfeeding rates
Treatment Details
Interventions
- Team2BF
- Text4baby
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Lydia Furman
Lead Sponsor
Case Western Reserve University
Lead Sponsor
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
Collaborator