The Breastfeeding and EArly Child Health (BEACH) Study

Purpose

The purpose of this research study is to study the impact of breastfeeding on the infant gut microbiome. Samples will be collected from mothers and infants.

Procedures

  • 4-5 study visits lasting 2 hours
  • Provide several samples (urine, saliva, stool, vaginal swab, human milk, blood)
  • Complete surveys

Eligibility

  • 18-45 years old
  • Pregnant women
  • Plan to breastfeed
For more details, please contact the study team.

Study Information Flyer

PDF icon BEACH_flier_Francois_19Mar18.pdf

Age

18 to 65

Gender

Female

Monetary compensation

Yes

Can be done from home

No

Keywords

Breastfeeding, C-section, Breastfeeding - resources, Obesity, Breast milk - pumping and storing

Principal Investigator

Dominick Lemas

Department

MD-HOBI-GENERAL

Contact Information

magdafrancois@ufl.edu

352-627-9471

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