The purpose of this study is to enable the investigator to conduct proof of concept work related to the feasibility, acceptability, initial efficacy and mechanisms of action (focusing on maternal and infant modifiable factors) for a novel self-management intervention for pregnant women.
This proposed study aims to adapt intervention to address excessive gestational weight gain and psychosocial functioning among a socioeconomically and racially diverse sample of pregnant women .Additionally, data on behavioral mechanisms associated with self-regulatory capacity, such as impulsive control and the ability to delay rewards, that may be linked to self-regulation during pregnancy are needed to support future interventions. In this study, the investigators will develop and adapt an intervention (Self-Management Around the Reproductive Transition; SMART) that addresses maternal weight, stress, and mood, and document the feasibility, acceptability and initial efficacy of the SMART intervention.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
NA
Purpose
TREATMENT
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
15
Counseling sessions will be conducted by research project staff that has, at least, masters level or equivalent degrees. Sessions will occur up to 10 times at their regularly scheduled obstetric appointments and also weekly by phone and text messages. In person sessions will last approximately 20-30 minutes.
University of Pittsburgh Medical Center
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Number of sessions attended among women enrolled in the study
Number of sessions attended will be calculated for each participant
Time frame: Approximately 9 months
Number of self-monitoring forms returned
Number of self-monitoring forms returned will be calculated for each participant
Time frame: Approximately 9 months
Gestational weight gain
Gestational weight gain will be calculated for each participant. Weight in pounds will be measured on a calibrated scale while women are in street clothes without shoes.
Time frame: Approximately 9 months
Depressive symptoms
The Center for Epidemiological Studies-Depression Scale will be used to assess depressive symptomatology. A total scores is calculated by finding the sum of the 20 items. Total scores range from 0-60, with higher scores reflecting greater depressive symptomatology.
Time frame: Approximately 12 months
Perceived stress symptoms
The Perceived Stress Scale will be administered to measure symptoms of perceived stress. The Perceived Stress Scale score is obtained by summing the points awarded to the 10 items and it ranges from 0 to 40. Higher scores indicate greater perceived stress.
Time frame: Approximately 12 months
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