Using digital tools to prevent obesity in infants during their first year of life
Official title: A pilot feasibility study of digitally delivered modules focused on preventing the development of obesity during the first year of life within an existing statewide home visitation program
Funded at University of Florida · NIH-10900633 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is looking at how to help families with babies under one year old prevent obesity by using fun online lessons that teach important habits like breastfeeding and good sleep routines, especially when in-person visits aren't possible.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Florida NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Gainesville, United States) |
| Project start | August 7, 2023 |
| Project end | July 31, 2026 |
| Funding year | 2024 |
| Award (this year) | $191,469 |
| NIH project number | 5R34HL163373-02 |
| Project ID | NIH-10900633 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research are families with infants under one year of age who are at risk for obesity.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have infants or those whose children are older than one year may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on preventing obesity in children under one year old by integrating digital modules into existing home visitation programs for at-risk families. The program emphasizes five key behaviors related to healthy infant development, such as breastfeeding and sleep routines, through interactive lessons. Families will receive support and resources to encourage these healthy practices, especially during times when in-person visits may not be possible. The goal is to create sustainable methods for obesity prevention during a critical period of child development.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in obesity rates among infants and potentially improve health outcomes as they grow.
How similar studies have gone: Previous pilot programs have shown success in similar approaches, indicating that embedding obesity prevention strategies in home visitation programs can be effective.
Where this research is happening
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University of Florida
Gainesville, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Mobley, Amy R — University of Florida
- Study coordinator: Mobley, Amy R
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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.