Preventing obesity in children by managing weight gain during pregnancy
PROMISE: PReventing Obesity through healthy Maternal gestational weight gain In the Safety nEt
This study is looking at how helping women with severe obesity manage their weight during pregnancy can lead to healthier outcomes for their children, and it aims to find the best weight gain goals for these moms to support both their health and their kids' future well-being.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Oregon Health & Science University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Portland, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10754886 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates how managing weight gain during pregnancy can reduce the risk of obesity in children, particularly among women with severe obesity. It focuses on establishing appropriate weight gain goals for these women to improve birth outcomes and long-term health for their children. The study utilizes a large cohort of low-income, racially, and ethnically diverse mothers and children, analyzing health data to identify the best practices for gestational weight gain. By examining over 37,000 mothers, the research aims to provide evidence-based guidelines that can be integrated into prenatal care.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant women with severe obesity, particularly those from low-income and racial/ethnic minority backgrounds.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those with a normal weight prior to pregnancy may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes for children by reducing the prevalence of childhood obesity.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has indicated that managing gestational weight gain can positively impact maternal and child health, suggesting that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
Portland, United States
- Oregon Health & Science University — Portland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Snowden, Jonathan M — Oregon Health & Science University
- Study coordinator: Snowden, Jonathan M
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.