Child Development
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We would like to investigate the developmental profile of children whose mothers had asthma during pregnancy and recommend early interventions, if needed. This part of the study is open to children whose mothers participated in the Breathing for Life Trial during pregnancy.
Infant Development
We will profile the first and second years of development of infants whose mothers had asthma during pregnancy and compare them to infants of mothers without asthma
Who is the study for?
This part of the study is open to children whose mothers participated in the Breathing for Life Trial during pregnancy.
What appointments will I need to attend?
You and your baby will be invited to attend testing at 6 weeks, 6 months, 12 months and 2 years of age.
What's involved in the study?
At 6 weeks, 6 months, 12 months and 2 years of age we will complete a developmental assessment of your baby and assess your wellbeing in your role as a parent. Testing will include:
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A videotaped interaction between you and your infant
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An assessment of your baby’s response to sensory stimulation
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A detailed assessment of motor and cognitive development at 6 months, 12 months and 2 years
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A set of questionnaires about
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your baby’s temperament, responses to care etc.
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your parenting experience and family situation
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your psychological well-being and coping skills
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​Preschool Minds
We would like to follow-up the development of BLT children in their preschool years. This will further help us to better understand child development across the first five years of life with particular focus on social, communication, movement, and behavioural skills. Additionally we are interested in how parents' mental health and wellbeing may relate to children's social communication skills.
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Who is the study for?
This part of the study is open to children whose mothers participated in the Breathing for Life Trial during pregnancy.
What appointments will I need to attend?
You may be invited to attend one face-to-face assessment.
What's involved in the study?
Testing will include:
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A set of questionnaires about
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your child's development
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your sociodemographic characteristics and mental health
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A brief recorded play session between you and your child taken by yourself
A subgroup of participants will be asked to complete face-to-face assessments to get a more in-depth understanding of how your child is developing.
If you would like to talk to a member of the BLT Child Development team please call (02) 4042 0130 or email uonbabylab@gmail.com