Support program for single mothers using assisted reproductive technology
Official title: Family Foundations for Individuals Pregnant Via Assisted Reproductive Technology
Run by Cedars-Sinai Medical Center · NCT06770972 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to see if a support program can help single mothers who used assisted reproductive technology build better relationships with their support person during pregnancy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, California) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | June 11, 2025 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | January 30, 2028 |
| Registry record updated | December 24, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT06770972 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates are single individuals who are pregnant via ART and have a caregiving partner willing to participate.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with psychosis or current perinatal loss may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to assist expectant single mothers who conceived through assisted reproductive technology (ART) in developing a co-parenting relationship with a support person. Participants will engage in nine virtual intervention sessions focused on enhancing communication and bonding, alongside completing two online surveys and providing blood samples to assess stress-related inflammation. The total time commitment for participants is approximately 18 hours over six months, all at no cost. The study seeks to explore the impact of stress on health outcomes during pregnancy and postpartum.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could improve mental health outcomes and co-parenting relationships for single mothers using ART.
How similar studies have gone: While similar interventions have been explored, this specific approach targeting single mothers using ART is relatively novel.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: 1. Pregnant individuals via ART, at least 18 years of age 2. Have a caregiving partner (e.g. spouse, grandparent; nanny; friend) who will attend sessions 3. Provision of signed and dated informed consent form 4. Stated willingness to comply with all study procedures and availability for the duration of the study 5. English speaking 7\. Access to and familiarity with a tablet, smartphone, or computer Exclusion Criteria: 1. Psychosis 2. Perinatal loss (current) - history of loss is OK 3. Individuals outside of the US 4. Do not have smartphones, tablets, computers (the FF class is virtual)
Where it's running
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Cedars Sinai Medical Center
Los Angeles, California, United States Recruiting
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Pearl Heumann, BS
- Email: familyfoundations@cshs.org
- Phone: 323-866-8107
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.