A mobile app to help pregnant and postpartum women be more active and improve health outcomes.
Clinical Testing and Refinement of BumptUp®: A mobile health app to increase physical activity and improve obstetric outcomes among pregnant and postpartum women
This study is testing a friendly mobile app called BumptUp® that helps pregnant and new moms get more active with safe exercise programs, making it easier for them to stay healthy and support their baby's well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Sbir 1 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Bumptup Labs, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Bowling Green, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10919604 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on the development and testing of BumptUp®, a mobile health app designed specifically for pregnant and postpartum women. The app aims to increase physical activity levels among these women, which is crucial for improving both maternal and infant health outcomes. By providing tailored exercise programs and resources, the app addresses barriers such as lack of time, fear of harm to the baby, and pregnancy-related symptoms. The research will involve careful screening and evidence-based programming to ensure safety and effectiveness.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant and postpartum women, particularly those who may be underserved or have chronic health conditions.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or postpartum, or those who have contraindications to physical activity, may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for mothers and their babies by promoting safe physical activity during and after pregnancy.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that mobile health interventions can effectively promote physical activity and improve health outcomes in similar populations, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
Bowling Green, United States
- Bumptup Labs, INC. — Bowling Green, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Tinius, Rachel Ann — Bumptup Labs, INC.
- Study coordinator: Tinius, Rachel Ann
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.