Program to improve family routines and reduce childhood obesity in low-income families

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 evaluates two approaches to enhance healthy family routines related to mealtime, sleep, and screen time for families with low income. Families will be randomly assigned to either a parent leader-guided online program that encourages self-regulation or an asynchronous program that provides informational resources. The study aims to assess changes in outcomes for both parents and children as a result of these interventions. The focus is on promoting healthier behaviors to combat early childhood obesity.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Parents must be the legal and custodial guardian of a 2 through 5-year-old child
* Parents must report that their child is eligible for public health insurance
* Parents must be able to complete the study activities in English
* Parents must be able to complete study activities at a study location or at home, and online/via Zoom.

Exclusion Criteria:

\- Children must not have serious medical problems that affect weight, sleep, activity, or eating.

Where it's running

• University of Michigan
  Ann Arbor, Michigan, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Katherine Bauer, PhD — University of Michigan
• Study coordinator: Michelle Clayson
• Email: mclayson@umich.edu
• Phone: 734-763-2003

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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.