Can a smartphone app help Moms-to-Be eat healthier?
NCT ID NCT06087133
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests a remote program called StEP:Prenatal that uses a mobile app to coach pregnant women on healthy eating, physical activity, and stress reduction. About 276 pregnant women in their first trimester will either receive the program or standard care. The goal is to see if the program improves diet quality and lifestyle behaviors, which could lead to better health for both mother and baby.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.
Active substance
behavioral intervention (diet and exercise coaching via mobile health app)
What this could lead to
If it works, this could offer a simple, scalable way to help pregnant women eat better and stay active, potentially improving pregnancy outcomes.
What could go wrong
This is a relatively small trial focused on self-reported behaviors, so results may not apply broadly. The intervention is behavioral, so lasting change is hard to guarantee.
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Locations
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NYC Health + Hospitals/Bellevue
New York, New York, 10016, United States