Journal of developmental and behavioral pediatrics : JDBP
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J Dev Behav Pediatr · Jun 2007
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyFamiliarity breeds content? Soothing effect of a familiar odor on full-term newborns.
This study tested the effects of familiar and unfamiliar odors during a heel stick in full-term newborns. ⋯ A familiar odor is effective in significantly reducing crying and grimacing during a minor painful procedure. Olfactory support is a useful intervention that may potentially help minimize deleterious effects of neonatal pain.