Pregnancy app aims to get Moms-to-Be moving

NCT ID NCT03688087

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a smartphone app called 'Bouge' to see if it could help pregnant women walk more each day. 250 pregnant women used either the Bouge app or a placebo app starting at 15 weeks. The goal was to increase daily steps by 2,000. Researchers also looked at sleep, well-being, and back pain.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance
smartphone application 'Bouge'
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, app-based way to help pregnant women stay active and improve their well-being.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, but the app may not lead to lasting changes in activity. Results may not apply to all pregnant women, especially those with complications.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Motor Activity

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • CH de Morlaix

    Morlaix, 29672, France

  • CHRU de Brest

    Brest, 29609, France

  • Chic Quimper

    Quimper, 29000, France

  • Clinique KERAUDREN

    Brest, 29200, France

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