Education program for couples on prenatal contraceptive use
Official title: Couple-based prenatal contraceptive education program for economically marginalized families
Funded at University of Tennessee Knoxville · NIH-10887814 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a friendly educational program for couples from low-income families to help them learn about and use birth control after having a baby, making sure both partners are involved and have the support they need to make good family planning choices together.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R21 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Tennessee Knoxville NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Knoxville, United States) |
| Project start | September 19, 2024 |
| Project end | August 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $243,030 |
| NIH project number | 1R21HD112736-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-10887814 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this program are economically marginalized couples who are expecting a child and are interested in learning about contraceptive options.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not expecting a child or who do not face economic barriers may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on providing a couple-based educational program aimed at economically marginalized families to improve their understanding and use of contraceptives during the postpartum period. The program addresses both social and systemic barriers that hinder consistent contraceptive use, such as partner involvement and access to healthcare resources. By offering this education prenatally, the goal is to enhance contraceptive uptake and ensure that couples are better prepared to make informed decisions about family planning. The program seeks to create a supportive environment that encourages joint decision-making among partners.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved contraceptive use and better health outcomes for mothers and infants in economically marginalized communities.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that couple-based educational interventions can effectively improve contraceptive use and decision-making in similar populations.
Where this research is happening
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University of Tennessee Knoxville
Knoxville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Roberson, Patricia N. E. — University of Tennessee Knoxville
- Study coordinator: Roberson, Patricia N. E.
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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.