Mother-to-infant Bonding and Prematurity Are Associated With Sensory Processing at 12 Months of Age

Establishing a strong bond between mother and infant is crucial for fostering healthy relationships in the future. This research sought to investigate the correlation between mother-to-infant bonding and sensory processing, as well as the connection between prematurity and sensory processing in 12-month-old infants.

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Key information

Conditions

Preterm Attachment Disorder Female Urogenital Diseases and Pregnancy Complications Nervous System Diseases Neurologic Manifestations Obstetric Labor Complications Obstetric Labor, Premature Pathological Conditions, Signs and Symptoms Pregnancy Complications Premature Birth Sensation Disorders Sensory Disorder Signs and Symptoms Urogenital Diseases

Age range

12 month–12 month

Sex eligibility

All sexes

Study type

Observational

Primary location

Erzurum Technical University

Erzurum, Turkey (Türkiye)

About this study

At the age of four months, mothers will utilize the Mother-Infant Attachment Scale (MIBS) to evaluate the bonding between themselves and their infants. Subsequently, at 12 months old, the sensory processing abilities of the infants will be assessed using the Test of Sensory Functions in Infants (TSFI). The study will encompass both preterm and term-born children.

Who can participate

Healthy volunteers accepted: Yes

Only the study team can determine whether someone qualifies for participation.

Inclusion criteria

preterm children with a gestational age <34 weeks Term children with a gestational age between 37 and 41 weeks

Exclusion criteria

infants with chromosomal defects, metabolic or neuromuscular disease,
hydrocephalus, cerebral palsy, congenital heart disease,

Treatment and study plan

Assessment

Behavioral

Sensory processing skills of children in the preterm and term groups will be evaluated. Additionally, the attachment between mother and baby will be evaluated.

Primary outcomes

Mother-to-Infant Bonding Scale

Time frame: 15 minutes

The Mother-to-Infant Bonding Scale is a tool designed for evaluating mother-infant bonding. Comprising 10 items on a 4-point scale, this scale yields a total score ranging from 0 to 30. Higher scores on the scale are indicative of poorer mother-to-infant bonding.
Test of Sensory Functions in Infants

Time frame: 30 minutes

The test consists of 24 items divided into five subtests: sensory processing and reactivity. subtests include: deep pressure, adaptive motor functions, visual-tactile integration, ocular-motor control, and vestibular stimulation. By observing the baby's response, items are scored from negative to normal according to the criteria provided; Items are given 0, 1 or 2 points depending on the baby's reaction.

Sponsors and collaborators

Lead sponsor

Gazi University

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Registry information

Important dates

Study start: 2023
Primary completion: 2023
Study completion: 2024
First posted: Jan 31, 2024
Registry last updated: Jan 31, 2024

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