Real-time Continuous Glucose Monitoring and Mobile-based Social Support to Promote Glucose Management During Pregnancy

Summary

The purpose of the research is to learn whether wearing a continuous glucose monitor that shows blood glucose levels in real time on a smart phone app and participating in a group chat with other research participants will help participants keep a healthy blood glucose level during pregnancy. High levels of blood glucose during pregnancy can lead to health problems during and after pregnancy. It may also increase the risk for health problems for the developing baby. The investigators think our program might be a new way to help some people maintain a healthy blood glucose level during pregnancy. When pregnant people know their blood glucose levels are high, they can do things like exercise or drink water to bring their blood glucose levels down. They can also learn what foods to eat to maintain healthy blood glucose levels, and what foods to avoid. The investigators think being in a group chat with other pregnant individuals will allow participants to support and learn from each other. Pregnant individuals should also work with their healthcare providers to manage their blood glucose levels.

Eligibility

Age range

18–45 years

Sex

Female

Healthy volunteers

No

Interventions

• Behavioral
  Mobile-based social support

  Participants will be invited to join an encrypted group chat where they will be encouraged to provide and receive social support related to glucose management during early pregnancy. Other study participants and study team members will be in the group chat.

• Behavioral
  Real-time continuous glucose monitoring

  Participants will receive a real-time continuous glucose monitor that pairs with an existing smartphone app that shows minute-by-minute glucose levels and records glucose levels in 5 minute increments.

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