Community-based Obesity Treatment in African American Women After Childbirth
Recruiting in Palo Alto (17 mi)
Overseen bySharon J Herring, MD MPH
Age: 18+
Sex: Female
Travel: May Be Covered
Time Reimbursement: Varies
Trial Phase: Academic
Waitlist Available
Sponsor: Temple University
No Placebo Group
Trial Summary
What is the purpose of this trial?The purpose of this study is to determine the effect of the community-based obesity treatment (PP), compared to usual care (UC), on changes in maternal weight over 12 months.
Eligibility Criteria
Inclusion Criteria
Self-identification as African American
Self-report pre-pregnancy BMI between 25-49.9 kg/m2
Measured BMI at baseline between 25-49.9 kg/m2
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Participant Groups
2Treatment groups
Experimental Treatment
Active Control
Group I: Community-based obesity treatment (PP)Experimental Treatment1 Intervention
The PP arm includes expanded obesogenic behavior change goals, tailored skills training materials, interactive self-monitoring text messages, video testimonials, and interpersonal counseling support through health coach calls and Facebook.
Group II: Usual care (UC)Active Control1 Intervention
Usual postpartum WIC care
Find a Clinic Near You
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Temple UniversityPhiladelphia, PA
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Temple UniversityLead Sponsor
National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI)Collaborator