Support program for single mothers using assisted reproductive technology
Family Foundations for Individuals Pregnant Via Assisted Reproductive Technology
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
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Los Angeles, California) |
| Trial ID | NCT06770972 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are single individuals who are pregnant via ART and have a caregiving partner willing to participate.
Not a fit: Patients with psychosis or current perinatal loss may not benefit from this study.
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 performed: While similar interventions have been explored, this specific approach targeting single mothers using ART is relatively novel.
Eligibility criteria
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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 this trial is running
Los Angeles, California
- 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
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.