Gestational diabetes

This study tests whether group prenatal care, where women with diabetes meet together with a healthcare provider, works better than standard one-on-one visits. Researchers will track blood sugar levels and weight after delivery in 117 pregnant women with type 2 or gestational dia…

This study looks at the best time to start medication for gestational diabetes during pregnancy. About 416 pregnant women with the condition are randomly assigned to start medicine when 20% or 40% of their blood sugar readings are too high. The goal is to see which approach leads…

This study looks at the best way to control blood sugar in pregnant women with diabetes who receive steroids to help their baby's lungs develop before a possible early birth. About 120 women will be randomly assigned to one of three insulin strategies. The goal is to find which a…

This study tests whether an AI-based counseling program on a smartphone can help women with gestational diabetes manage their condition. 80 pregnant women will either get standard nutrition advice or AI-powered guidance. The goal is to see if the AI approach leads to healthier bi…

This study tests whether a specially designed app can help women who had high blood pressure or diabetes during pregnancy get the recommended heart check-ups after giving birth. About 400 women from Oslo University Hospital will either use the app or receive standard care. The go…

This study tests an artificial intelligence (AI) tool on a smartphone to help women with gestational diabetes monitor their blood sugar and receive education. About 100 pregnant women will use the AI system to track their glucose levels at home and get feedback. The goal is to se…

This study tests whether myo-inositol, an oral dietary supplement, can help pregnant women with gestational diabetes control their blood sugar without needing insulin shots. About 1,080 women with newly diagnosed gestational diabetes will receive either myo-inositol or a placebo …

This study tests whether sending text message reminders and education to pregnant women with diabetes helps them follow their care plan—like keeping appointments, tracking blood sugar, and taking medications. About 185 participants will be randomly assigned to receive texts or st…

This study looks at whether giving pasteurized donor milk instead of formula to newborns who need extra feeding helps mothers breastfeed longer. It includes babies born small, late preterm, or to mothers with diabetes. About 112 infants will be randomly assigned to receive donor …

This study compares two guided diets for overweight pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes: one moderately low in carbohydrates and another high in plant-based protein with Nordic foods. Over 42 participants, researchers track blood sugar levels using continuous monit…

This study is testing whether a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) worn on the arm for 14 days can replace the standard oral glucose tolerance test (OGTT) for women who had gestational diabetes. Many women find the OGTT burdensome and skip it, missing a chance to catch lingering bl…

Women who develop gestational diabetes are far more likely than other women to develop type 2 diabetes within a few years after giving birth. This trial tests whether a smartphone app that delivers personalized coaching on diet, exercise, sleep, and mental well-being can help pre…

This study tests whether a more intensive diet and activity counseling program can help high-risk pregnant women keep their blood sugar in a healthy range and lower their chances of developing gestational diabetes. About 100 women early in pregnancy (16 weeks or less) who have ri…

This trial tests an online program to help women who had gestational diabetes get the recommended diabetes screening and lifestyle programs after giving birth. The program includes standard health information plus optional interactive components like values reflection and persona…

This trial tests whether giving women who had gestational diabetes a continuous glucose monitor and a FitBit can help them adopt healthier habits and prevent type 2 diabetes. Participants will wear the sensor for up to 14 days and use the tracker to monitor their activity. The st…

This study tests whether providing fresh meals, health coaching, and education to high-risk pregnant women can reduce the chance of developing gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, or preeclampsia. 69 women in Milwaukee are randomly assigned to either receive the program or …

This study looks at whether combining high-intensity exercise with time-restricted eating before and during pregnancy can lower the risk of high blood sugar (gestational diabetes). Researchers will track 167 women who are planning to become pregnant and have certain risk factors,…

This study looks at whether a community-based program focused on healthy eating and exercise during and after pregnancy can lower the chances of obesity and type 2 diabetes in mothers and their children. About 1,000 pregnant women in urban areas will take part. The goal is to see…

This study tests whether a 3-year program of diet advice, exercise coaching, and behavior support can prevent type 2 diabetes in 800 women who had gestational diabetes. Participants will receive personalized meal plans and regular sessions with dietitians and exercise instructors…

This study tests whether starting nutritional counseling early in pregnancy can improve blood sugar control in women at risk for gestational diabetes. 150 pregnant women will receive either standard care or one-on-one sessions with a dietitian, plus videos and phone support. The …

This study tests whether a mobile app called SugarMoms, which provides education and counseling, can help pregnant women with gestational diabetes improve their self-management skills and confidence. About 94 women will be split into two groups: one using the app plus standard ca…

This pilot study is testing a device called LabClasp that measures blood sugar without needles. Researchers want to see if regular, non-invasive glucose checks can help predict gestational diabetes and preeclampsia in pregnant women. The study plans to enroll 100 women with at le…

This pilot study is testing whether it's possible to run a larger study that focuses on heart disease in women. Researchers will gather information from 176 women aged 25-55 in Ontario who have had certain female-specific health issues like pre-eclampsia, gestational diabetes, or…

Researchers are studying whether a mother's weight and blood sugar during pregnancy affect the makeup of her breast milk, and whether those differences influence how her baby grows. The study will follow pregnant women with a range of body sizes, including those with gestational …

This study gathers real-world information from pregnant women with type 1 diabetes in the United States to understand how they manage their condition. Participants share data from their continuous glucose monitors and insulin pumps, and complete online surveys. The goal is to lea…

This study investigates whether certain progesterone receptors in the placenta are linked to gestational diabetes, a type of diabetes that develops during pregnancy. Researchers will compare placental tissue from women with gestational diabetes to tissue from healthy pregnant wom…

This early-phase trial tests whether an enzyme called NADPH oxidase contributes to blood vessel problems in otherwise healthy women who had gestational diabetes. Researchers will measure how small blood vessels in the skin respond to substances that normally widen them, with and …

This study follows over 4,000 women who were tracked during their first pregnancy to see how pregnancy complications like high blood pressure or diabetes relate to future heart disease. Researchers will check for conditions like high blood pressure, diabetes, and obesity over tim…

This study tests whether a tablet-based decision support system helps frontline health workers in India and Nepal provide better antenatal care. About 1,320 pregnant women will take part. The tool guides workers to check blood pressure, blood sugar, urine protein, and hemoglobin,…

This study follows 225 pregnant women—some who had gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy, and some without surgery—to see how blood sugar changes affect fetal growth. Participants wear a continuous glucose monitor and activity tracker for 10 days each trimester. The goal is to lea…

This study compares 20 women who had gestational diabetes with 20 who did not, all matched by age and weight. Researchers will measure body composition, insulin sensitivity, and other metabolic markers before and after 8 weeks of high-intensity interval training. The goal is to u…

This study looks at whether fat in the liver, detected by ultrasound during pregnancy, can help predict blood sugar problems after delivery in women with gestational diabetes. Researchers will follow 189 women for 6-12 weeks after birth, measuring insulin resistance and other mar…

This study looks at how mental health and stress impact blood sugar levels in pregnant women, and how this might contribute to gestational diabetes. Researchers will follow 150 women with healthy single-baby pregnancies to understand these connections. The goal is to better ident…

This observational study in Thailand is testing whether two substances in the blood (miRNA and FGF21) measured during the first trimester can predict which women will develop gestational diabetes later in pregnancy. Researchers will compare levels between 160 women who do and do …

This study observes heart function in 216 newborns born at 35 weeks or later. Researchers will use ultrasound to measure how the heart relaxes and fills with blood, creating normal reference values. They will also check if factors like mother's health or birth conditions affect h…

This study follows about 800 pregnant women in Somaliland to understand the physical, cultural, and social factors affecting their health during pregnancy, childbirth, and after birth. Researchers will also work with the community to create better contraceptive counseling materia…

This observational study at the University of Maryland will follow 40 pregnant women to see how their physical activity levels influence the development and function of the placenta. Participants will provide biological samples and health information during pregnancy and at deliv…

This study enrolls 2000 women who had gestational diabetes into a registry to improve their long-term health follow-up. Participants receive reminders for regular check-ups on blood sugar, blood pressure, and other health markers over 3 years. A subgroup may also join a lifestyle…

This study looks at how the sugars, fats, and proteins in breast milk change from mother to mother and over time. Researchers want to see how these differences, along with the mother's diet and health, affect the development of the baby's gut bacteria. About 395 pregnant women wh…

This study was designed to see how well continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) work for pregnant women with gestational diabetes who need medication. It planned to compare blood sugar patterns in women taking metformin versus insulin during pregnancy and after delivery. However, the …

This study follows 1,304 healthy Indian adolescents aged 8–10 over time to see how their growth, bone health, and muscle development are linked to their parents' nutrition. Researchers aim to understand why malnutrition persists across generations and identify windows of opportun…