Impact of social connections during pregnancy on maternal and infant health during COVID-19
Prenatal Social Connection and Disruption During the COVID-19 Pandemic: Effects on Maternal and Infant Health
This study is looking at how the COVID-19 pandemic has changed the social connections of pregnant women and their partners, and how that might affect their mental health and their baby's health, so if you're expecting a baby, your experiences could help us understand the importance of support during this time.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Southern California NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Los Angeles, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11045692 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how the COVID-19 pandemic has affected the social connections of pregnant women and their partners, which may influence their mental health and the health of their infants. By examining the experiences of 710 expectant parents, the study looks at the relationship between social support during pregnancy and various health outcomes, including stress levels, birth weight, and infant development. Participants will provide information about their social connectedness and will be followed up three, six, and twelve months after childbirth to assess long-term effects. The study also incorporates data from hospital records and biological measures to gain a comprehensive understanding of these impacts.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women and their partners who are experiencing changes in social support due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or who have already given birth prior to the pandemic may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support systems for pregnant women, enhancing maternal and infant health outcomes.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown that social support during pregnancy is crucial for positive health outcomes, suggesting that this study's approach is grounded in established findings.
Where this research is happening
Los Angeles, UNITED STATES
- University of Southern California — Los Angeles, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Saxbe, Darby E. — University of Southern California
- Study coordinator: Saxbe, Darby E.
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.