POSTPARTUM COMPLICATION

This study compares two telemedicine programs for new mothers after they leave the hospital. One sends scheduled health tips and reminders, while the other lets moms reach out for care when needed. Researchers hope to see which approach helps diagnose and treat complications like…

This study tests a new method called U-CaVIT, which uses a balloon placed in the uterus to prevent severe bleeding after a C-section in women at high risk. About 70 participants will either get standard care or standard care plus the balloon. The goal is to see if the balloon red…

This study compares two types of exercises—scapular posterior tilt exercises and cross-body stretching—to see which better improves breastfeeding efficiency, latch quality, and posture in postpartum women with rounded shoulders. Researchers will enroll 34 women who are 2 weeks to…

This study tests whether adding special breathing exercises to standard Kegel exercises helps new mothers heal better after childbirth. About 60 women who had C-sections and have mild belly muscle separation and pelvic pain will do either Kegels alone or Kegels plus breathing exe…

This study compares standard postpartum care to a technology-based program called H.E.A.R. for Mamas, which uses text or phone calls to screen new mothers for complications. About 2,894 Medicaid-insured women in South Carolina will take part. The goal is to see if remote check-in…