Clinical trials
Gestational Diabetes Mellitus (GDM) clinical trials
Below are recruiting gestational diabetes mellitus (gdm) clinical trials, each written for real people, not researchers. We’re tracking 57 recruiting studies, each written for real people, not researchers, below.
Recruiting studies
- NCT07269405Enrolling by invitation
Study to prevent high blood sugar in women with past gestational diabetes
This trial tests a program to help women who had diabetes during pregnancy and now have extra risk factors. It aims to prevent blood sugar problems after childbirth. You would join in the first months after delivery to get support and see if your blood sugar stays healthy.
ShatinAges 18–50 - NCT07231341Recruiting
Insulin resistance study in gestational diabetes
This study looks at insulin resistance in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. It aims to understand how the body uses insulin during pregnancy to help improve care for women with this condition.
AarhusAges 18 years+ - NCT06938464Recruiting
Probiotics to prevent gestational diabetes in high-risk women
This study tests whether taking probiotics (friendly bacteria) during early pregnancy can help prevent gestational diabetes in women who are at higher risk for it.
Hangzhou, ZhejiangAges 18–50 - NCT07176793Recruiting
Breastfeeding support after gestational diabetes
This study tests a breastfeeding support program for people who had gestational diabetes during pregnancy. The goal is to see if this support helps them breastfeed longer and stay healthy.
Sacramento, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT07158970Recruiting
Home ultrasound for gestational diabetes in high-risk pregnancy
This study tests whether using a small ultrasound device at home can help monitor high-risk pregnancies in people with gestational diabetes. You would perform quick scans and share them with your doctor remotely.
H̱olon, Central DistrictAges 18–51 - NCT07119177Recruiting
Long-term effects of gestational diabetes on health
This study looks at how gestational diabetes (high blood sugar during pregnancy) may affect your health over the long term. It involves reviewing your pregnancy records and doing follow-up check-ups to understand changes in your body.
Beijing, Beijing MunicipalityAges 18 years+ - NCT06844019Recruiting
Birth and breastfeeding support study
This study tests whether extra support during birth and after helps new mothers breastfeed longer. It may be a good fit if you plan to breastfeed your baby.
HerlevAges 18 years+ - NCT06988306Recruiting
Lifestyle program to prevent diabetes after pregnancy
This study tests a lifestyle program (like diet and activity guidance) to help prevent diabetes after pregnancy in people who had gestational diabetes. You'll be part of a home visiting program and learn ways to stay healthy.
San Luis Obispo, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT06957028Recruiting
CGM for early detection of high blood sugar in pregnancy
This study is testing whether wearing a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) early in pregnancy can help find and manage high blood sugar, which may lower the risk of problems for you and your baby. You would wear a small sensor under your skin, and the device sends information to a smartphone app.
Birmingham, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06948825RecruitingPhase 2
Lifestyle program vs. metformin for mothers after gestational diabetes
This study compares a lifestyle program (diet and exercise) with the medication metformin to see which better helps mothers who recently had gestational diabetes improve their health. You may be eligible if you had a single baby, are between 8 weeks and 12 months postpartum, and have a BMI of 25 to 45.
Washington D.C., District of ColumbiaAges 18–45 - NCT06911372RecruitingPhase 1
Gestational diabetes and brain blood flow after pregnancy
This study looks at how gestational diabetes might affect blood flow to the brain after pregnancy. If you had gestational diabetes or a healthy pregnancy, you may be able to help researchers understand long-term effects.
Iowa City, IowaAges 18–50 - NCT06896799Recruiting
Food order and blood sugar in gestational diabetes
This study looks at whether the order in which you eat foods during a meal can help control your blood sugar levels. It might help you manage your gestational diabetes better through diet alone.
BelfastAges 18–50 - NCT06876090Recruiting
Sarcopenia study in women with gestational diabetes
This trial looks at muscle health (sarcopenia) in women who had gestational diabetes during pregnancy. It aims to understand how gestational diabetes might affect muscle mass and function.
ViennaAges 35 years+ - NCT06858787Recruiting
Does a continuous glucose monitor help manage gestational diabetes?
This study compares a continuous glucose monitor (CGM) to standard finger-prick testing for managing gestational diabetes. It aims to see if the CGM can improve blood sugar control and maternal outcomes.
New York, New YorkAges 18–50 - NCT05544266Recruiting
Study rare diabetes patterns to better guide diagnosis
This study looks at people who may have a “non-typical” form of diabetes, including rare genetic causes or unusual symptoms. It may help your care team understand what type of diabetes you have and whether specific genetic testing could explain it.
Aurora, ColoradoAges Any age - NCT06641141Recruiting
Wait or induce at 38 weeks for gestational diabetes
This trial compares two approaches for people with gestational diabetes: waiting for labor to start naturally versus inducing labor at 38 weeks. The goal is to see if one plan leads to better outcomes for both mother and baby.
Ottawa, OntarioAges 16 years+ - NCT06445946RecruitingPhase 4
Metformin vs insulin for gestational diabetes
This study compares two common medicines (metformin pills and insulin shots) to see which works better for controlling blood sugar in pregnant women with gestational diabetes. The goal is to find the best treatment for both mom and baby, now and in the long term.
Tuscaloosa, AlabamaAges 18 years+ - NCT06209411Recruiting
Community health workers help with postpartum diabetes screening
This study tests whether a community health worker can help screen pregnant women for diabetes after they give birth. It aims to catch diabetes early and improve health for mothers.
Pune, MaharashtraAges 18 years+ - NCT05909046Recruiting
Diabetes screening after childbirth and follow-up care study
This study checks how well diabetes screening done right after delivery works, and then offers follow-up care for participants later after birth. It may help you catch ongoing diabetes risk early and connect you to the right care.
Columbus, OhioAges 18 years+ - NCT05752292Enrolling by invitation
Pregnant with gestational diabetes: share risk info to help
This study is testing how to share risk information during pregnancy in a way that helps patients feel more informed and empowered. It includes people currently pregnant with gestational diabetes and will ask about your preferences and understanding.
Pleasanton, CaliforniaAges 18 years+ - NCT05388643Recruiting
Early screening for gestational diabetes during early pregnancy
This study tests whether checking for gestational diabetes (diabetes that starts in pregnancy) early can help identify it sooner in people at higher risk. You may be asked to do a glucose test during your first prenatal visits so clinicians can monitor and respond earlier.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT05348863Recruiting
Digital coaching for self-care in gestational diabetes
This trial studies a digital (phone or online) platform meant to help people manage gestational diabetes during pregnancy. If you qualify, you may be asked to use the tool to support daily self-care and decision-making.
LinköpingAges 18–50 - NCT04451915Recruiting
Study for early gestational diabetes in pregnancy
This study is looking at pregnant people who have early signs of gestational diabetes in the first half of pregnancy. It may help find safer ways to monitor or treat early diabetes-related blood sugar changes to improve pregnancy outcomes.
ArrasAges 18 years+ - NCT03307486Enrolling by invitation
Study of gestational diabetes during pregnancy
This study follows pregnant people to understand gestational diabetes (high blood sugar during pregnancy) and how it shows up and is monitored. It may help improve future screening and care for gestational diabetes.
São PauloAges Any age
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Common questions
- Are there clinical trials for gestational diabetes mellitus (gdm)?
- Yes. Clin2 currently lists 57 recruiting gestational diabetes mellitus (gdm) studies from the U.S. registry, each rewritten for real people, not researchers, so you can see what it’s testing and who it’s for.
- How do I know if I qualify for a gestational diabetes mellitus (gdm) trial?
- Each study lists its eligibility criteria — rules about age, diagnosis, and prior treatments. On every Clin2 trial page we explain these in words written for real people and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Does it cost anything to join a gestational diabetes mellitus (gdm) trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what’s covered before you decide.
Related conditions
Clin2 helps you find and understand clinical trials and does not provide medical advice. Study data comes from ClinicalTrials.gov. Talk with your doctor about whether a specific trial is right for you.