Baby's checkup could also help moms plan next pregnancy
NCT ID NCT04092530
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a simple idea: scheduling a mother's postpartum birth control appointment at the same time as her baby's well-visit. Over 2,500 women at community health centers were included. The goal was to see if this co-scheduling helps more women get contraception within two months after giving birth, reducing the chance of closely spaced pregnancies.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
co-scheduling of appointments
What this could lead to
If it works, this approach could make it easier for new mothers to get timely contraception, reducing health risks from closely spaced pregnancies.
What could go wrong
This is a completed behavioral study, not a drug trial. Success depends on clinic implementation and patient uptake, which may vary across different settings.
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Locations
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Friend Health
Chicago, Illinois, 60615, United States
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Heartland Health Centers
Chicago, Illinois, 60640, United States
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Infant Welfare Society
Chicago, Illinois, 60647, United States
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Malama O ke Ola
Wailuku, Hawaii, 96793, United States
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Settlement Health
New York, New York, 10029, United States