PREGNANCY

This study will test whether digital tools like reminders and tracking can help about 10,000 pregnant women in Lombok, Indonesia, take their daily multiple micronutrient supplements (MMS) more consistently. Participants will be split into four groups to compare different packagin…

This study tests whether MitoQ, a mitochondrial antioxidant, can improve blood vessel function in pregnant people with severe preeclampsia. Researchers will measure blood vessel health in the arm and skin, and examine placental vessels after delivery. The goal is to see if MitoQ …

This study tests whether taking insulin glargine twice a day instead of once a day helps pregnant women with pre-existing diabetes manage their blood sugar better. About 200 participants will be randomly assigned to one of two dosing schedules, and their glucose levels will be tr…

This study tests whether a daily balanced meal made from local foods can help pregnant women in rural Pakistan cope with extreme heat and improve their babies' health. About 292 women will either eat this meal daily or continue their usual diet. Researchers will measure heat stre…

This study checks if a new home pregnancy test works correctly. About 180 volunteers will use the test and answer questions. Their results will be compared to professional lab tests to see how accurate the test is for home use.

This study compares how well women stick to a single daily pill that prevents both HIV and pregnancy versus taking two separate pills. About 300 women without HIV will try each approach and then choose their preferred method. The goal is to see if a combined pill makes prevention…

This study tests whether a daily probiotic supplement (LP299V®) can improve iron levels and prevent anemia in pregnant women at risk. About 250 women will take either the probiotic or a placebo from early pregnancy until labor. The goal is to find a safe, low-cost way to boost ir…

This study tests whether teaching women about healthy eating, activity, and other lifestyle habits before or during early pregnancy can improve their heart health and lower the chance of problems like gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. About 200 women at risk for these compli…

This study tests a new program to improve oral health in pregnant women in Bangladesh, where over 95% have gum disease. 688 pregnant women will either receive standard care or extra education sessions, a special tooth-brushing technique, and weekly text reminders. Researchers wil…

This study tests if using special absorbable staples to close the skin after a C-section works better than the usual method. About 237 women having a C-section will take part. The goal is to see if the staples make the surgery faster and improve how the scar looks.

This study tests if short weekly exercises delivered through a mobile app can help first-time parents manage their emotions and stress during pregnancy. Expecting mothers and fathers in Singapore will use the app, wear a Fitbit, and complete surveys. The goal is to see if this ap…

This study tests whether a 10% lidocaine spray can reduce the pain of inserting an IV needle in women scheduled for a planned C-section. About 150 participants will receive either the lidocaine spray or a placebo before the IV is placed, and then rate their pain on a 0-10 scale. …

This study tests whether using an injection port — a small device placed on the skin — helps pregnant women with diabetes take their insulin more regularly and feel more satisfied with their care. About 44 participants will try both the port and traditional single-use needles. Th…

This study will test if using a weighted blanket for 14 days can reduce nighttime leg cramps, improve sleep quality, and lower anxiety and stress in pregnant women. Fifty women in their third trimester will first go 14 days without the blanket, then 14 days with it. The goal is t…

This study tests a short education program for first-time pregnant women to reduce fear of childbirth and stress. About 72 women in Turkey will either take the program or get standard care. The goal is to help them feel more confident about a normal birth and have a better birth …

This study looks at whether pregnant people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes can safely keep using their insulin pump during labor instead of switching to IV insulin. About 30 participants will use their pump with a hospital safety plan, and their results will be compared to past p…

This study looks at whether eating milk chocolate during labor can shorten the second stage (the pushing phase). Researchers will compare 180 healthy pregnant women who eat chocolate to those who don't. The goal is to see if a simple, tasty snack can make labor more efficient.

This study follows 111 women with multiple sclerosis who received rituximab (or similar drugs) before or during pregnancy, and their babies. Researchers want to see if the drug affects the infant's immune system, such as lower B-cell levels, more infections, or weaker vaccine res…

This study tests whether training obstetric providers to counsel patients about workplace accommodations improves job and health outcomes for pregnant people. Researchers will compare usual care to the PROMOTE program in 404 participants. The goal is to see if this training reduc…

This study tests whether listening to binaural beats (special sound patterns) can lower the amount of anxiety medication needed during a C-section under spinal anesthesia. Researchers will compare two groups of 200 pregnant women: one listening to binaural beats and one not. The …

This study will follow 376 pregnant women to see if the flexibility and strength of their hips, back, belly, and pelvic floor muscles are linked to how they give birth and whether they have pelvic floor problems after delivery. Researchers will measure these factors at 36 weeks o…

This study tests whether a real-time AI dashboard can help doctors make safer decisions during labor for first-time mothers. 400 women will be randomly assigned to either standard care or care with the AI tool visible. The main goal is to see if the AI can reduce unplanned C-sect…

This study tests a nutrition education program for 250 first-time pregnant women in northern Ghana. The program focuses on eating a variety of local foods to improve protein, energy, and iron intake. Researchers will measure changes in women's health knowledge, diet, and their ba…

This study looks at whether video calls (teleconsultation) work as well as in-person visits for checking pregnant women before they receive anesthesia during delivery. About 250 first-time mothers will take part. The goal is to see if teleconsultation is safe and satisfactory, an…

This study looks at how often pregnant women who have their water break early carry antibiotic-resistant bacteria. Researchers will test samples from 250 women in French hospitals to track these bacteria and find out what raises the risk. The goal is to help doctors choose the ri…

This study looks at how daily patterns like sleep, activity, and when you eat in early pregnancy relate to blood sugar levels and the risk of gestational diabetes. About 140 pregnant women without diabetes will either use wearable devices and a food app to track their habits or r…

This observational study tests whether a noninvasive finger monitor can predict how pregnant women, including those with severe preeclampsia, respond to fluids. Researchers will compare the finger device's accuracy to standard ultrasound methods. The goal is to find a simpler way…

This study looks at whether a moderate physical activity program (three 60-minute sessions per week, both in-person and online) is practical for pregnant women who face social and economic difficulties. Researchers will recruit 60 women and track how many agree to join, why some …

This study looks at how cystic fibrosis medications (CFTR modulators) change in the body during pregnancy and after birth in breastfeeding women. Researchers will measure drug levels in blood, breast milk, and umbilical cord blood from 30 women. The goal is to understand how thes…