Online program aims to curb childhood obesity in Low-Income families

NCT ID NCT06795490

Recruiting now Prevention Sponsor: University of Michigan Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tests an online program called Families in Balance Online, designed to help parents of 2- to 5-year-olds build healthy routines around meals, sleep, and screen time. About 300 families with low income will be randomly assigned to either this interactive program or a self-paced information program. Researchers will measure changes in children's BMI, sleep, screen time, and diet to see which approach works better.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: Online behavioral program (Families in Balance Online)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could provide an effective, scalable way to prevent early childhood obesity in low-income families by improving household routines.
What could go wrong: This is a relatively small, early-stage behavioral trial (300 families). Results may not apply broadly, and the program's impact on BMI may be modest or short-lived.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Health Behavior obesity disorder prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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

HEALTH BEHAVIOR

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Michigan
RECRUITING

Ann Arbor, Michigan, 48109, United States

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