Recruiting NA Maternal Obesity Complicating Pregnancy, Birth,or Puerperium

New treatment option for Maternal Obesity Complicating Pregnancy, Birth,or Puerperium

Official title Addressing the Double Burden of Malnutrition in Guatemala

ClinicalTrials.gov ID: NCT06750120

What this study is testing

What it's testing
Globally, populations are experiencing increases in the double burden of malnutrition, commonly defined as maternal overweight/obesity and child stunting in the same household. This study will evaluate an integrated intervention combining food supplementation for pregnant and postpartum women and their infants with behavioral counseling to promote healthy maternal weight, nutrition, physical activity, and infant feeding practices.
  • Which group you join is decided by chance.

A plain-language read of the study's public ClinicalTrials.gov listing. The study team confirms the details.

Who can take part

Ages 16 and older, women only

You may be able to join if

  • Pregnant women aged 16 years or older
  • Gestational age less than 28 weeks

You likely can't join if

  • History of pregestational diabetes (type 1 or type 2), history of gestational diabetes in a previous pregnancy, or diagnosis of gestational diabetes...
  • Multifetal gestation (twins or higher-order pregnancies)
  • Currently participating in another research study involving an intervention
  • Has a family member who has already been invited to participate in this study and/or shares a kitchen with such a person
  • Has a serious underlying medical or psychiatric condition requiring specialized clinical care, including active cancer, severe renal or hepatic...
  • Plans to move out of the study area within the next two years

The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where it's taking place

  • Tecpán Guatemala, Departamento de Chimaltenango, Guatemala

Questions & answers

Do participants get paid in this trial?

This listing doesn't specify compensation. Many trials still reimburse travel or offer a stipend, so it's worth asking the study team when you connect.

Is it free to join, and do I need insurance?

Searching and applying through BridgeMD is free. In clinical trials the study-related treatment and visits are generally provided at no cost to you. You usually don't need insurance to take part - confirm specifics with the study team.

How long does this study last?

The listing doesn't state an exact length. The study team walks you through the schedule and number of visits before you decide to enroll.

Who can join this trial?

This study is enrolling female, 16 years and older. The study team makes the final eligibility decision.

Where is this trial taking place?

Study sites include Tecpán Guatemala, Departamento de Chimaltenango, Guatemala. Enter your location above to see the nearest site and check your eligibility.

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