Understanding factors affecting postpartum contraception and pregnancy spacing
Official title: Patient, Partner, and Provider Determinants of Postpartum Contraception and Inter-Pregnancy Intervals
Funded at Northwestern University at Chicago · NIH-11067451 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at what helps or stops new moms from using birth control after having a baby, so they can better plan their next pregnancy and stay healthy.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Northwestern University at Chicago NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Chicago, United States) |
| Project start | March 1, 2025 |
| Project end | November 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $685,639 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HD117463-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11067451 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are postpartum individuals who have recently given birth and are considering their options for contraception and future pregnancies.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who are not postpartum or those who have no interest in future pregnancies may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research investigates the factors that influence postpartum contraception use and the timing between pregnancies. It aims to identify barriers that prevent patients from receiving adequate postpartum care and counseling, particularly focusing on the psychosocial and behavioral aspects that may affect contraceptive choices. By analyzing patient, partner, and provider determinants, the study seeks to improve awareness and access to effective contraception options for postpartum patients. The ultimate goal is to reduce the risks associated with short interpregnancy intervals, such as preterm delivery and low birth weight.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved postpartum care and better health outcomes for mothers and infants by promoting effective contraception and optimal pregnancy spacing.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that addressing barriers to postpartum care and enhancing contraceptive counseling can lead to better health outcomes, indicating that this approach has potential for success.
Where this research is happening
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Northwestern University at Chicago
Chicago, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Bailey, Stacy C — Northwestern University at Chicago
- Study coordinator: Bailey, Stacy C
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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.