Utilizing Digital Health Approaches to Promote Early Childhood Healthy Eating and Activity Behaviors
Cornell University
Summary
The purpose of this pilot study is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of the Know-How program, a 10-week digital intervention for families of young children promoting healthy eating and activity behaviors and environments.
Description
The purpose of this pilot study is to assess the feasibility and acceptability of the KnowHow program, a 10-week digital intervention for families of young children promoting healthy eating and activity behaviors and environments. The KnowHow program, which provides parent education on the topics of mindful parenting, healthy eating, and physical literacy, consists of three components: 1) a custom mobile application (app), 2) virtual group discussions, and 3) child-centered support materials mailed to participating families. The study will include an intervention group and a delayed control gr…
Eligibility
- Age range
- 18+ years
- Sex
- All
- Healthy volunteers
- Yes
Inclusion Criteria: * Participants must have a preschool-aged child (3-5 years) with no disabilities or conditions that impact typical eating and activity behaviors. * Adult participants must have access to a smartphone, reliable internet at home, and can make video calls. Exclusion Criteria: * Adults who do not have a child aged 3-5 or child has a disability/condition that impact typical eating and activity behaviors. * Technology access is limited. * Adults who read, write or speak a language other than English.
Interventions
- BehavioralKnowHow Program
The KnowHow intervention is a 10-week program that provides parent education on the topics of mindful parenting, healthy eating, and physical literacy. The intervention consists of three components: 1) a custom mobile application (app), 2) virtual group discussions, and 3) child-centered support materials mailed to participating families. (1) The KnowHow app will provide parent education using a variety of modalities The 'know' will provide parents with the core information on mindful parenting, healthy eating, and physical literacy, and the 'how' will give strategies to incorporate the information into daily routines and activities. To facilitate the transition from the 'know' to 'how', the app will have a 'Kid Zone' with content to engage in activities with the preschooler. KnowHow app content will be divided into five modules that include A) lessons (text, audio, video), B) activities, and C) assessments. (2) During the 10-week intervention, participants will also meet via Zoom for
Location
- Cornell UniversityIthaca, New York