Understanding how glucose levels in pregnancy affect mothers and their babies
ChartGlucose4Moms: Characterizing by Trimester, Continuous Glucose Monitoring Measurements for determining effects on Maternal & Offspring Metabolic Sequelae
This study is looking at how blood sugar levels during pregnancy affect both moms and their babies, and it’s for pregnant people who want to help improve how we check for and treat high blood sugar.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Kaiser Foundation Research Institute NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Oakland, UNITED STATES) |
| Project ID | NIH-11160289 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the impact of glucose levels during pregnancy on both maternal health and the health of newborns. By using continuous glucose monitoring and oral glucose tolerance testing, the study aims to identify glucose abnormalities early in pregnancy and their relationship to gestational diabetes and newborn size. Participants will be monitored throughout their pregnancy to gather comprehensive data on glucose changes and their effects. The goal is to improve screening methods and treatment approaches for pregnant individuals at risk of hyperglycemia.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are pregnant individuals, particularly those in their first trimester or with risk factors for gestational diabetes.
Not a fit: Patients who are not pregnant or those who do not have risk factors for gestational diabetes may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better screening and treatment for pregnant individuals, ultimately improving health outcomes for both mothers and their babies.
How similar studies have performed: Other research has shown promising results in using continuous glucose monitoring to assess glucose levels in pregnancy, indicating that this approach may be effective.
Where this research is happening
Oakland, UNITED STATES
- Kaiser Foundation Research Institute — Oakland, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Leblanc, Erin S — Kaiser Foundation Research Institute
- Study coordinator: Leblanc, Erin S
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.