Pregnancy Research Study
Researchers at the University of Michigan are conducting a study to understand how healthy foods during pregnancy change the health of young women and their babies.
Fast Facts
First-time Pregnant Mom
Eligible for WIC Benefits and/or on Medicaid
Gift Cards Provided
Participate from Home
Study Background
Researchers at the University of Michigan are conducting a study to learn more about how healthy food can impact pregnancy diet and weight gain.
Eating well during pregnancy is important for both mom and baby, but it can be hard to get healthy foods. Programs like WIC support pregnant women, but lack of transportation and other obstacles can make it hard to use those benefits to the fullest. Grocery delivery is practical and affordable. Our goal is to learn how grocery delivery can help pregnant young women eat healthy foods. We want to promote healthy eating habits and reduce extra weight gain during pregnancy, for the health of mom and baby.
Are you a first-time mom between the ages 14-26 and eligible for WIC benefits or Medicaid? You might be eligible to participate in our study from the comfort of your own home!
Study Background
Researchers at the University of Michigan are conducting a study to learn more about how healthy food can impact pregnancy diet and weight gain.
Eating well during pregnancy is important for both mom and baby, but it can be hard to get healthy foods. Programs like WIC support pregnant women, but lack of transportation and other obstacles can make it hard to use those benefits to the fullest. Grocery delivery is practical and affordable. Our goal is to learn how grocery delivery can help pregnant young women eat healthy foods. We want to promote healthy eating habits and reduce extra weight gain during pregnancy, for the health of mom and baby.
Are you a first-time mom between the ages 14-26 and eligible for WIC benefits or Medicaid? You might be eligible to participate in our study from the comfort of your own home!
Additional Information
The purpose of this study is to understand how healthy foods during pregnancy change the health of young women and their babies.
You may qualify for a study if you meet the following criteria.
Inclusion Criteria:
- First-time expecting mother, ages 14-26
- Less than 21 weeks pregnant
- Eligible for WIC benefits and/or on Medicaid
- Pregnant with a single baby
- Have not been diagnosed with diabetes or heart failure
- Able to speak, read, and write in English
- Have a working cell phone
Participation is virtual and does not require any in-person visits.
Study participants complete online surveys regarding their weight, diet, activity levels, and pregnancy and birth experiences. Participants also use a wirelessly connected scale (provided by the study) at home.
All participants have the opportunity to earn up to $160 in Amazon gift cards that will be texted to participants as study tasks are completed. Participants will earn $20 for completing the enrollment and baseline survey, $20 each for 5 additional dietary surveys, $1 per week for sharing their weight, and $10 for completing our final interview during.
There is no cost for you to participate in our research study.