Exploring how lifestyle before pregnancy affects pregnancy outcomes
Utilizing the NHANES-Linked Medicaid Data to Understand the Role of Preconception Lifestyle Factors on Pregnancy Outcomes
['FUNDING_R01'] · UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA · NIH-11193238
This study looks at how things like diet, exercise, and sleep before getting pregnant can affect pregnancy health, especially for low-income women, to find ways to help them have healthier pregnancies.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_R01'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-11193238 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of preconception lifestyle factors, such as diet, physical activity, and sleep, on pregnancy outcomes. By linking data from the National Health and Nutrition Survey (NHANES) with Medicaid records, the study aims to identify effective strategies for improving health before conception. The focus is on low-income women of reproductive age, as they may face unique challenges that affect their pregnancy health. The research seeks to establish a better understanding of how these lifestyle factors can support healthy placental development and reduce the risk of complications during pregnancy.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are low-income women of reproductive age who are planning to conceive.
Not a fit: Patients who are not planning to conceive or those outside the reproductive age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved preconception health strategies that enhance pregnancy outcomes for women.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that lifestyle interventions can positively influence pregnancy outcomes, but this approach of focusing on preconception health is relatively novel.
Where this research is happening
PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES
- UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA — PHILADELPHIA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HINKLE, STEFANIE NICOLE — UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA
- Study coordinator: HINKLE, STEFANIE NICOLE
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.