Creating a new way to measure how women feel about their pregnancies after conception
Development and validation of a novel, person-centered measure of post-conception pregnancy acceptability
This study is looking to understand how women feel about their pregnancies by talking to a variety of women, especially those from different backgrounds, to capture the ups and downs of their experiences, so we can improve support for all women during this important time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Pittsburgh, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10889185 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research aims to develop a new measure called the Post-CAP that assesses how women perceive their pregnancies after conception, focusing on emotional and contextual factors rather than just whether the pregnancy was planned. By conducting in-depth interviews with diverse women of reproductive age, the researchers will create a comprehensive framework that captures the complexities of pregnancy acceptability. This approach acknowledges that many women may face fluctuating feelings about their pregnancies, especially those from marginalized backgrounds. The goal is to provide a more accurate understanding of pregnancy experiences that can inform better reproductive health outcomes.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are women of reproductive age who are currently pregnant or have recently experienced a pregnancy.
Not a fit: Patients who are not of reproductive age or who have no experience with pregnancy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support and resources for women navigating their pregnancies, ultimately enhancing reproductive health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: While traditional measures of pregnancy intention have been widely used, this approach is novel and aims to fill gaps in understanding emotional and contextual factors affecting pregnancy acceptability.
Where this research is happening
Pittsburgh, United States
- University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh — Pittsburgh, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Borrero, Sonya B. — University of Pittsburgh at Pittsburgh
- Study coordinator: Borrero, Sonya B.
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.