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Can exercise help pregnant women with diabetes? new study aims to find out

NCT ID NCT07581106

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Exeter Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tracks physical activity in 175 pregnant women with type 1 or type 2 diabetes to see how it relates to blood sugar control and mental health. Participants wear an activity monitor for a week each trimester and complete questionnaires. The goal is to understand current activity patterns and support needs, not to test a treatment.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, this study could help develop better guidance and support for physical activity during pregnancy in women with diabetes.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with no treatment, so it won't directly improve health. Results may not apply to all women or lead to immediate changes.

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Study facts

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Participants

About 175 people

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Expected to start

May 2026

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Expected to finish

Sep 2027

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Lead sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Eligible participants will be pregnant women with a diagnosis of T1D or T2D prior to conception.

Ages

18 years and older

Sex

Female participants only

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Women between 8 - 20 weeks pregnant (this will allow completion of at least two measures during pregnancy) * Singleton pregnancy * Confirmed diagnosis of T1D or T2D * Over 18 years old * Willing and able to provide informed consent * Receiving care at one of the participating NHS sites Exclusion Criteria: * Multiple pregnancy * Absolute contra-indication to PA according to 2019 Canadian Guidelines for physical activity during pregnancy , examples include ruptured membranes, preeclampsia and intrauterine growth restriction, full list available here37 * No diagnoses of T1D or T2D prior to pregnancy * Gestational Diabetes

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Conditions

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diabetes mellitus Motor Activity Psychological Well-Being type 1 diabetes mellitus type 2 diabetes mellitus

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Diabetes Pregnancy

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