Informed Consent Form
Title of Study: Development of Matrix of Infant Feeding Symptoms
Principal Investigator(s): Raymond J. Tseng DDS, PhD, Sharon Smart PhD, GCInnHE, CPSP, FHEA
Purpose - the purpose of this study is to gain a better understanding of what lactation consultants think when it comes to what breastfeeding symptoms are important to measure in order to assess an intervention's effectiveness. Before you decide whether or not to participate, it is important for you to understand why the research is being done and what your participation will involve.
Study Procedures:
If you agree to participate, you will be asked to complete an online survey. The survey will ask you questions about your breastfeeding experiences, including any symptoms you may have experienced that are not directly related to a specific medical condition. The survey is estimated to take approximately 20 minutes to complete. Your responses will help shape the MIF tool so that it can be used across different clinical practices to help measure changes in breastfeeding success.
Risks and Benefits:
Participation in this study involves minimal to no risk. If you experience any distress, you may choose to discontinue your participation in the survey at any time without penalty. There are no direct benefits to you for participating in this study, but your responses may help researchers gain a better understanding of how to measure breastfeeding symptoms and subsequent resolution. Your help contributes to improving support for breastfeeding mothers in the future.
Confidentiality:
Your participation in this study is confidential. Your responses will be stored securely and will only be accessible to the research team. Any information obtained in connection with this study that can identify you will remain confidential and will not be disclosed without your permission, except as required by law.
Voluntary Participation:
Your participation in this study is voluntary. You are free to decline to participate or to withdraw from the study at any time without penalty.
Contact Information:
If you have any questions or concerns about the study, you may contact the principal investigator, Raymond J. Tseng DDS, PhD, at raymond.tseng@curtin.edu.au.
INFORMED Consent: By completing the survey, you indicate that you have read this consent form, understand the risks and benefits of participation, and voluntarily agree to participate in this study.