PREGNANCY RELATED

This study tested a program that brings fetal ultrasound and care coordination directly into the community for pregnant women with substance use disorder. The goal was to help them attend more prenatal visits and substance use treatment sessions. 103 pregnant women participated, …

This study tested an enhanced football-based program for over 2,000 teenage girls in Zambia. The program added HIV self-testing, birth control information, and access to a nurse to encourage more teens to get tested for HIV and use prevention services. The goal was to help those …

This pilot study tested whether a combination of brief therapy sessions and a mobile app can help pregnant and postpartum women with opioid use disorder stay on their buprenorphine medication. Fifteen women participated, attending therapy appointments and using the app. The goal …

This study looked at whether helping obese women lose weight before getting pregnant could improve their health and their baby's health. 147 women took part, either following a very low-energy diet or standard care. Researchers measured weight loss, body fat in newborns, and mark…

This study tested a small, portable ultrasound probe (echopen) for pregnancy checkups in Senegal, where access to standard ultrasound machines is limited. Researchers compared images from the portable probe to those from regular hospital ultrasound devices in 224 pregnant women. …

This study looked at giving intravenous (IV) iron to pregnant women who have low iron stores but are not yet anemic. The goal was to see if this treatment could prevent them from developing anemia and help their babies grow properly. Researchers compared IV iron to usual care in …

This study tested ways to increase COVID-19 vaccination rates among pregnant women, who face higher risks of severe illness and pregnancy complications from the virus. Over 6,900 participants from OB/GYN offices took part. The goal was to see if changes in clinic practices could …

This study looked at two different ways to give iodine supplements to pregnant women. One group got iodine pills routinely, while the other group only got iodine if their urine tests showed low levels. The goal was to see which approach better maintained healthy iodine levels dur…

This study tested a program to help pregnant women who are overweight or obese avoid gaining too much weight. It included 416 African American and Hispanic women in Philadelphia who were part of the WIC program. The program used text messages and guidance to support healthy eatin…

This study looked at whether a stretching routine could help reduce heart-related health risks in pregnant women with obesity during late pregnancy. 224 women participated from week 27 to week 37 of pregnancy. The stretching group was compared to a group doing moderate to vigorou…

This study looked at whether a specific hand massage technique (Su-Jok) could help pregnant women with low back pain feel better. Researchers measured pain and comfort levels in 74 pregnant women. The goal was to see if this simple, non-drug approach could reduce pain and improve…

This study looked at whether hand massage techniques can help pregnant women with hyperemesis gravidarum—a condition causing severe nausea and vomiting. Researchers enrolled 70 hospitalized pregnant women and applied a specific hand massage (Su-jok therapy). They measured changes…

This study looked at how a type of therapy called Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT) helps pregnant women who are feeling stressed, anxious, or down. 84 at-risk pregnant women took part to see if MBCT could boost their well-being during pregnancy and after giving birth. T…

This study looked at whether mind-body exercises (like gentle movement and breathing) can lower stress, anxiety, and fatigue in pregnant women. 34 women in their second trimester took part, with one group doing mind-body exercises and the other doing relaxation exercises. The goa…

This study tested whether a package of extra support—including a smart sleep bassinet, wearable breast pump, 24/7 online perinatal care, and a faculty mentor—could reduce burnout and improve wellbeing in pregnant trainee doctors. 156 pregnant residents and fellows from four hospi…

This study tested two ways of giving epidural pain relief during labor in 102 full-term pregnant women. One method uses a special needle to create a tiny hole in the spinal lining before giving medicine, while the other uses the standard approach. Researchers measured how quickly…

This study looked at whether diaphragmatic breathing (a type of deep belly breathing) can reduce low back pain and improve daily function, balance, and quality of life in pregnant women. Fifty-eight women between 19-29 weeks of pregnancy who had new back pain took part. The resul…

This study checked if using the Nerivio device for migraine headaches during pregnancy and up to 3 months after birth is safe. It compared 145 women with migraine who used Nerivio to those who did not, looking at baby's birth weight, delivery timing, and miscarriage rates. The go…

This study tested a non-drug treatment called Personalized Integrated Chronotherapy (PIC) for depression during pregnancy and after childbirth. 120 pregnant women with major depression received either usual care (medication or therapy) or PIC plus usual care. PIC combines bright …

This study tested whether wearing virtual reality glasses during a routine postpartum uterine tone assessment could lower anxiety and pain while increasing comfort. 146 women within 24 hours of giving birth participated. Results aim to show if a simple, non-drug distraction can i…

This completed study looked at why pregnant women in France choose to accept or refuse joining randomized clinical trials about pregnancy and childbirth. Researchers collected information from 526 women, including their age, background, and reasons for their decision. The goal wa…

This study looked at how women who have had bulimia or binge-eating disorder experience pregnancy, body changes, and healthcare after giving birth. Researchers interviewed 28 women to understand their challenges and how well doctors and nurses supported them. The goal is to impro…

This study looked at whether giving iron to pregnant women with low iron (anemia) helps their immune system respond better to routine vaccines like tetanus and COVID-19. Researchers compared their antibody levels to those of non-anemic women. The goal is to understand if iron sup…

This study looked at whether having a doula (a trained birth supporter) improves how Black mothers communicate with their doctors and feel about their care. Thirty Black pregnant people at the University of Kansas Medical Center took surveys at three points during and after pregn…

This study tested whether pregnant women can have their pre-birth anesthesia checkup via video call instead of traveling to the hospital. About 60 women participated, using a telemedicine cabin or cart near home. The goal was to see if remote exams work as well as in-person visit…

This study looked at 74 first-time pregnant women to compare two training programs: one focused on preparing for the maternal role, and another centered on mindfulness. The goal was to see which approach better helps women understand their health and adjust to motherhood. Partici…

This study looked at how pregnancy changes the levels of the HIV drug doravirine in the body. Seven pregnant women living with HIV took a single dose of doravirine during their second and third trimesters, and again after giving birth. The goal was to find the right dose for preg…

This study tested a mobile app called JUN that uses artificial intelligence to track symptoms and give timely advice to pregnant women. Researchers wanted to see if the app helps women feel more capable of managing their health, especially those under criminal justice supervision…

This study tested if having a nurse or midwife visit pregnant women at home (instead of just clinic visits) leads to better outcomes. It included 64 first-time mothers with low-risk pregnancies in Turkey. Researchers measured how much women learned about pregnancy and birth, whet…

This study looked at 44 women who had a previous C-section and wanted to try vaginal delivery. It compared using a cervical balloon (mechanical dilation) versus prostaglandin drugs to start labor. The goal was to see if the balloon method is safer and just as effective.

This study followed over 2,100 pregnant women to track their blood sugar levels throughout pregnancy. Researchers wanted to see how glucose patterns relate to gestational diabetes and whether the baby is born larger than normal. The goal was to better understand these links, not …

This study looked at how cells in the placenta recycle parts (autophagy) and die (apoptosis) during pregnancy. Researchers measured these processes in 97 pregnant women, including those with normal pregnancies and those at risk for complications. The goal was to understand how th…

This study tested a program that includes expectant fathers in prenatal care to help young couples prepare for parenthood. 216 couples took part in online education, co-parenting support, and job help. The goal was to improve relationship skills, parenting confidence, and infant …

This study looked at 97 pregnant women with opioid use disorder to understand how two forms of buprenorphine—a once-monthly shot and a daily tablet—affect both mother and baby. Researchers measured drug levels in the blood, fetal heart rate, and newborn withdrawal symptoms. The g…

This completed study aimed to understand why pregnant women often have worse flu outcomes but not worse COVID-19. Researchers compared nasal samples from 48 pregnant and non-pregnant women to measure viral entry factors and immune responses. The goal was to uncover protective or …

This study followed 71 babies born to mothers who received one of two forms of buprenorphine for opioid use disorder during pregnancy. Researchers used the Bayley Scales of Infant Development to compare cognitive, language, and motor skills between the two groups. The goal was to…

This study looked at how the antibiotic amoxicillin behaves in the bodies of pregnant women. The goal was to find the right dose to prevent passing syphilis to the baby. Thirteen pregnant women took part, and researchers measured drug levels in their blood and in the baby's cord …

This study followed 168 women with Multiple Sclerosis who were pregnant or planning pregnancy. Researchers conducted phone interviews every three months during pregnancy and tracked babies' growth for up to three years after birth. The goal was to understand how MS and its treatm…

This study tested a program called OPTIMIZE that provides a checklist and patient navigation support to Black pregnant women. About 548 women from clinics took part, with half receiving the program and half getting standard care. The goal was to see if the program helps women get…

This study tested a training program for labor and delivery providers in Tanzania to reduce HIV stigma during childbirth. The training used simulations and hands-on learning. Researchers compared how respectful care was before and after the training, based on reports from women w…

This study followed about 1,600 women who had repeated early pregnancy loss or a single fetal death, checking if they developed cancer over 17 years. Researchers compared those with antiphospholipid syndrome (a blood clotting disorder), those with other clotting gene changes, and…

This study looked at how much methionine, a building block of protein, is needed during early and late pregnancy. Current recommendations are based on data from men, not pregnant women. Researchers used safe isotope tracers and breath tests in 69 healthy pregnant women to find th…

This study looked at 472 pregnant women to understand why some refused to join a clinical trial on early screening for pre-eclampsia, a serious pregnancy condition. Researchers collected data on demographics and asked women who accepted or refused to fill out questionnaires about…