WIC program aims to curb excessive pregnancy weight gain

NCT ID NCT03707834

Completed Prevention Sponsor: Temple University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a program to help pregnant women with overweight or obesity avoid gaining too much weight. The program included setting goals, tracking weight, learning skills, and getting support from WIC counselors. 416 women from Philadelphia WIC took part, and researchers measured how many stayed within healthy weight gain targets.

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 (goal-setting, self-monitoring, skills training, and counseling)
What this could lead to: If successful, this program could help pregnant women with overweight or obesity manage their weight gain, reducing health risks for mother and baby.
What could go wrong: This is a completed study, so results are available, but the program may not work for everyone or be easily adopted outside of WIC settings.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Obesity obesity disorder Overweight pregnancy disorder

As listed by the trial registrant

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

OBESITY OVERWEIGHT PREGNANCY RELATED

Contacts and locations

Locations

Temple University

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 19140, United States

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