Texting pregnant women links to exercise websites: a simple idea tested
NCT ID NCT02365428
First seen Feb 21, 2026 · Last updated Jun 19, 2026 · Updated 14 times
Summary
This study tested whether sending text messages with links to evidence-based websites could help pregnant women be more physically active. Researchers enrolled 82 pregnant women and measured their activity with a FitBit. The goal was to see if this simple, low-cost approach is feasible and acceptable.
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What this could mean
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Active substance
physical activity text messages
What this could lead to
If successful, this approach could offer a simple, low-cost way to help pregnant women find reliable physical activity information online.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study, not a large trial. It only tests whether the method works, not whether it improves health outcomes. Results may not apply to all pregnant women.
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