Moms' fat levels in pregnancy may shape Baby's body fat

NCT ID NCT04394806

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Colorado, Denver Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study looks at how triglyceride (a type of fat) levels in pregnant women relate to their baby's body fat. Researchers will have 140 pregnant women with a higher BMI monitor their triglycerides and blood sugar at home. After birth, the babies' total body fat and liver fat will be measured. The goal is to see if maternal triglycerides are a key predictor of newborn fat mass.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to: If successful, this study could help identify which factors in pregnancy most influence a baby's body fat, potentially guiding future prenatal care.
What could go wrong: This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It may not find a clear link, and results may not apply to all pregnancies.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity

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

PREGNANCY

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University of Colorado/Anschutz Medical Campus
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Aurora, Colorado, 80045, United States

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