Clinical trials · Providence, RI
Pregnancy clinical trials in Providence
We’re tracking 23 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site in or near Providence — including Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies near Providence
- NCT00358943Recruiting
Gaucher disease registry and pregnancy tracking study
This study creates a large, long-term record of people with Gaucher disease and details about pregnancy outcomes. It helps researchers better understand Gaucher over a person’s life and during pregnancy.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges Any age - NCT05264779Recruiting
Decision help tool for very early delivery planning
This study tests a decision-support tool (a structured way to guide conversations) for parents facing a high risk of delivering very early (about 22–26 weeks). It may help you and your baby’s care team make clearer, more aligned choices about neonatal (newborn) treatment.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07222852RecruitingPhase 3
Heart Protection After Preeclampsia With Enalapril
This trial tests whether the blood pressure medicine enalapril can help protect the hearts of people who had preeclampsia (a pregnancy-related high blood pressure condition) after they give birth. It is for those already in a hospital hypertension monitoring program.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06411158Recruiting
Pelvic floor training for urine leakage after first baby
This study tests whether a pelvic floor training program delivered through a smartphone app can help first-time moms who leak urine after childbirth. The program is designed for women who had a vaginal delivery with certain risk factors for ongoing pelvic floor issues.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05124808Recruiting
Tight blood sugar targets in pregnant women with gestational diabetes
This study compares a tighter blood sugar goal versus a standard goal in pregnant people with gestational diabetes who are also overweight or obese. It may help find whether stricter blood sugar control improves pregnancy outcomes.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–45 - NCT07144631Recruiting
Nerve stimulation for restless legs in pregnancy
This trial tests if a small nerve stimulation device can safely and effectively reduce restless legs symptoms in pregnant people. If you are between 21 and 26 weeks pregnant with a confirmed diagnosis of restless legs syndrome (RLS), you may be eligible.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT07218237Recruiting
Mindfulness and sensors to prevent pregnancy high blood pressure
This trial tests if mindfulness training and a wearable sensor can help prevent high blood pressure disorders like preeclampsia in pregnant people at moderate or high risk. It is designed for those early in pregnancy (16 weeks or less) who are not already doing regular mindfulness practices.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT05462704RecruitingPhase 3
IV or oral iron to treat anemia in pregnancy
This trial compares giving iron through a vein (IV) versus by mouth (oral) to treat iron-deficiency anemia during pregnancy. It may help you and your baby by finding which method works better and fits safely during mid-pregnancy.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–45 - NCT06654427Enrolling by invitation
Trauma-informed care toolkit for pregnancy and postpartum
This study is developing a toolkit to help doctors and nurses provide obstetric care that is sensitive to patients who have experienced trauma. Researchers want to interview patients and providers to learn how to make this toolkit helpful.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–99 - NCT06468202RecruitingPhase 4
Aspirin dose study to prevent high blood pressure in pregnancy
This trial compares two doses of aspirin to see which is better at preventing conditions like preeclampsia (a serious form of high blood pressure during pregnancy). You may qualify if you are in early pregnancy and have certain risk factors.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 14–35 - NCT07446374Recruiting
Maternal support services for new mothers
This study offers community-based support services for people who are pregnant or have recently given birth and receive care at Women and Infants Hospital. It aims to help mothers and their families during the perinatal period.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges Any age - 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.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT06135636RecruitingPhase 4
Helping partners get the Tdap vaccine during pregnancy
This trial tests different ways to help partners of pregnant people get the Tdap vaccine (a shot that protects against tetanus, diphtheria, and whooping cough). The goal is to find the best way to increase vaccination rates among partners, which can help protect the newborn from whooping cough.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 19–50 - NCT06737055Recruiting
Sleep help for new and expectant parents
This study tests a sleep program for pregnant women and new moms. It uses specially trained helpers to teach better sleep habits, which may improve your rest and well-being.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–99 - NCT06842875Recruiting
Postpartum blood pressure monitoring study in Rhode Island
This study tests whether remote blood pressure monitoring after childbirth helps manage high blood pressure. It may be an option if you had high blood pressure during or after pregnancy.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges 18–60 - NCT00196742Recruiting
Fabry disease registry and pregnancy follow-up
This study collects health information from people with Fabry disease and specifically from pregnant people with Fabry disease. It helps researchers better understand the condition and how pregnancy affects health, using information you already experience in routine care.
Providence, Rhode IslandAges Any age - NCT07047820Recruiting
Studying zuranolone for postpartum depression after pregnancy
This study looks at how the medicine zuranolone (taken for postpartum depression) works in real life for people who got a prescription within a year after their pregnancy ended. Researchers want to see if symptoms improve and how participants feel while taking it.
Woonsocket, Rhode IslandAges 18 years+ - NCT04595201Recruiting
Pregnancy follow-up study after NIPT blood testing
This study follows people after they had a NIPT blood test during pregnancy to better understand outcomes. If you were tested through Sequenom/Integrated Genetics and your pregnancy outcome is known, you may be eligible.
Westborough, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT06835959Recruiting
Moms at Home: A story-based app to manage blood pressure in pregnancy
This study tests if using a storytelling app on your smartphone can help you better manage your blood pressure during pregnancy. You would share your blood pressure readings at home and use the app as part of your care.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18–50 - NCT05317585Recruiting
Continuous glucose monitor use during early pregnancy with type 2 diabetes
This study tests whether using a continuous glucose monitor during pregnancy is useful for people with type 2 diabetes. It may help track blood sugar levels more closely to support safer pregnancy care.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 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+ - NCT05910580Recruiting
Screening and support for alcohol and substance risk in adults
This study aims to improve care access and outcomes for adults who screen positive for risky alcohol or drug use. If you qualify, you may be offered ways to connect to support during your reproductive years.
Worcester, MassachusettsAges 18 years+ - NCT03819933Recruiting
Family counseling support for very early preterm birth
This trial studies a better way to provide counseling to families when a baby is expected to be born very early (between about 22 and 25 weeks). It may help you and your partner feel more prepared for the NICU and what to expect next.
Weymouth, MassachusettsAges 18–99
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Where these studies are running near Providence
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pregnancy studies listed above.
- Women & Infants Hospital of Rhode Island · 7 studies
- Brown University · 6 studies
- Rhode Island Hospital · 4 studies
- University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School · 3 studies
- Care New England Medical Group (CNEMG)
- Central Massachusetts Health Center
- CVS Health
- Hasbro Children's Hospital
What taking part in a pregnancy study involves
A screening visit first
Before anything else, the study team checks whether you fit — usually a visit with some tests. You can stop at any point, and screening is typically free.
Care at a nearby site
Study visits happen at a clinic or hospital taking part. Many studies cover the cost of the study treatment and related visits, and some reimburse travel.
You stay in control
Taking part is voluntary and you can leave a study at any time, for any reason, without affecting your regular care.
The team decides eligibility
Our fit check is a helpful first read, not a decision. The study team makes the final call after reviewing your health history.
Looking wider? See all recruiting pregnancy studies in Rhode Island.
Common questions
- Are there pregnancy clinical trials near Providence?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 23 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site near Providence, each rewritten in plain language so you can see what it's testing and who it's for.
- How do I find out if I qualify for a pregnancy study near Providence?
- Each study lists its eligibility rules — age, diagnosis, prior treatments. On every trial page we explain these in plain language and offer a short, optional pre-screen for a fit read. The study team makes the final decision.
- Do I have to live in Providence to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site near Providence, but eligibility is about your health, not your address — some people travel to take part, and a few studies reimburse travel. The study team can tell you what's required.
- Does it cost anything to join a pregnancy trial?
- Using Clin2 is always free. Many trials cover the study treatment and related visits; some reimburse travel. The study team explains exactly what's covered before you decide.
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