Perinatal drinking and cannabis use patterns across pregnancy and postpartum
Official title: Prospective Study of Alcohol and Cannabis Use Across Perinatal Transitions
Funded at Indiana University Indianapolis · NIH-11447800 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This project looks at how drinking and cannabis use change before, during, and after pregnancy to understand risks for moms and babies.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Indiana University Indianapolis NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Indianapolis, United States) |
| Project start | August 1, 2026 |
| Project end | May 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $671,759 |
| NIH project number | 1R01DA064613-01A1 |
| Project ID | NIH-11447800 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Adults who are pregnant or planning pregnancy and who use alcohol or cannabis, and healthcare providers serving them.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not planning pregnancy or not using alcohol or cannabis may not directly benefit.
What this research studies
The study follows adults who are pregnant or planning pregnancy to see how alcohol and cannabis use shift across pregnancy and after birth. Researchers will collect information on drinking and cannabis habits, along with health outcomes, to identify factors that influence heavier use. The goal is to map patterns that could inform better guidance and support for women and families. This work centers on real people and real-life behaviors to help reduce harm during the perinatal period.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: Understanding patterns could lead to better prevention and support for safer drinking and cannabis use around pregnancy.
How similar studies have gone: Previous work has shown links between pre-pregnancy heavy drinking and later risks; this study explores perinatal periods more deeply and may confirm or extend those findings.
Where this research is happening
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Indiana University Indianapolis
Indianapolis, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Gunn, Rachel Lyn — Indiana University Indianapolis
- Study coordinator: Gunn, Rachel Lyn
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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.