Impact of physical activity on fertility and pregnancy outcomes in Danish couples

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study investigates how physical activity and motivational counseling can affect fertility and pregnancy outcomes among women trying to conceive. It aims to determine the relationship between physical activity levels and fecundability, spontaneous abortion rates, and other birth outcomes such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. The study will utilize activity trackers and motivational conversations to encourage women to maintain or increase their physical activity during the preconception period and early pregnancy. A web-based platform will be used for recruitment and data collection.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Female
* 18-49 years
* In a relationship with a male partner
* Trying to conceive

Exclusion Criteria:

* Using birth control
* Receiving fertility treatment
* Have been trying to conceive for more than six months

Where it's running

• Department of Clinical Epidemiology
  Aarhus, Denmark Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Sissel Jessen Weissert, MD
• Email: sw@clin.au.dk
• Phone: +45 87 15 02 67

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.