Creating a new way to measure patient-centered contraceptive care for new mothers

Developing and Validating a Measure of Patient-centered Peripartum Contraceptive Care

NIH-funded research University of Michigan at Ann Arbor · NIH-10879253

This study is looking to create a new way to understand how well contraceptive care meets the needs of pregnant and new moms, especially those who might not get the best support, so we can make sure everyone gets the personalized care they deserve.

Quick facts

Grant typeR21 grant
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUniversity of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Ann Arbor, United States)
Project IDNIH-10879253 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This research aims to develop a new measure that evaluates how well contraceptive care during and after pregnancy meets the needs and preferences of patients. It focuses on understanding the experiences of pregnant and postpartum individuals, particularly those from marginalized groups who may not receive adequate care. By creating a validated tool, the research seeks to ensure that contraceptive services are tailored to individual patient experiences rather than just clinical outcomes. This approach will help identify gaps in care and improve the overall quality of contraceptive services for new mothers.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include pregnant and postpartum individuals, especially those from marginalized communities who may experience disparities in contraceptive care.

Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or postpartum, or those who do not seek contraceptive care, may not benefit from this research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved contraceptive care that is more aligned with the needs and preferences of new mothers, ultimately enhancing their health and well-being.

How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown success in developing patient-centered measures in healthcare, indicating that this approach has potential for meaningful impact.

Where this research is happening

Ann Arbor, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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