Examining a person-centered care approach during childbirth and its effects on outcomes.
Official title: The association of a person-centered care intervention during childbirth with clinical and patient-reported outcomes in Washington state hospitals
Funded at Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill · NIH-11164175 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how a new approach called TeamBirth can improve the childbirth experience for people giving birth in Washington state hospitals by helping them make their own choices and reducing unnecessary C-sections.
Quick facts
| Grant type | Fellowship grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chapel Hill, United States) |
| Project start | April 10, 2025 |
| Project end | April 9, 2027 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $44,700 |
| NIH project number | 1F31HD118796-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11164175 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are low-risk birthing individuals who are giving birth in participating hospitals in Washington state.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not giving birth in Washington state or those with high-risk pregnancies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of a person-centered care intervention called TeamBirth on the experiences of birthing individuals during childbirth in Washington state hospitals. The intervention focuses on enhancing the autonomy of birthing people in decision-making and reducing unnecessary Cesarean deliveries among low-risk patients. By analyzing data from 55 hospitals, the study aims to assess both clinical outcomes and patient-reported experiences before and after the implementation of TeamBirth. This approach seeks to address issues of mistreatment and over-intervention in childbirth.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved patient experiences and reduced unnecessary interventions during childbirth.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot studies have shown that the TeamBirth intervention is feasible and acceptable, but this research will be the first to evaluate its impact on clinical outcomes.
Where this research is happening
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Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Spigel, Lauren F — Univ of North Carolina Chapel Hill
- Study coordinator: Spigel, Lauren F
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.