Tailored postpartum care strategies to improve maternal health
Official title: Tailored strategies to improve recommended postpartum care and maternal health outcomes
Funded at Thomas Jefferson University · NIH-11433740 · Data updated 2026-11-12
A real-world study tests a customized set of postpartum care practices led by community partners to improve new mothers' health and safety.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Thomas Jefferson University NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Philadelphia, United States) |
| Project start | September 10, 2026 |
| Project end | August 31, 2031 |
| Funding year | 2026 |
| Award (this year) | $849,505 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HD122769-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11433740 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Postpartum individuals and families in high-burden communities who interact with community-based doulas and public-health systems.
✕Less likely to help
Individuals not engaged with postpartum care pathways or in settings not adopting the implemented practices may see fewer direct benefits.
What this research studies
This project partners with clinics, communities, and doulas to adapt proven postpartum practices for use in real-world settings. It uses a mixed-methods design to see how well the practices work and what helps or hinders uptake after delivery. The aim is to create a practical, scalable approach that fits high-burden communities and informs policy and program decisions. The work builds on an ongoing NIH study and includes hands-on training for community-based doulas. The results should guide more effective postpartum care delivery for diverse populations.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: It could lead to stronger, more accessible postpartum care that reduces complications and improves long-term health for new mothers.
How similar studies have gone: Prior evidence suggests that integrated, community-informed postpartum strategies can improve care uptake and outcomes in real-world settings, though specifics vary by context.
Where this research is happening
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Thomas Jefferson University
Philadelphia, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Williams, Natasha J — Thomas Jefferson University
- Study coordinator: Williams, Natasha J
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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.