Clinical trials · Virginia
Pregnancy clinical trials in Virginia
We’re tracking 20 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site in Virginia — including Phase 3 and Phase 4 studies, each written for real people, not researchers.
Recruiting studies in Virginia
- NCT06861309Recruiting
Placental imaging study for pregnant women
This study uses special imaging techniques to look at the placenta during pregnancy. It aims to learn more about normal pregnancies and those where the baby is growing more slowly than expected.
Roanoke, VirginiaAges 18–45 - NCT06258109Recruiting
Pregnancy and stroke risk after artery dissection
This study looks at women who had a cervical artery dissection (a tear in a neck artery) and later became pregnant. It wants to see if pregnancy raises the risk of another dissection or stroke.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 14–35 - NCT07547696Recruiting
Preventing Alcohol-Related Pregnancy Risks for Native American Women
This study tests a smartphone-based program designed to help Native American women reduce risks related to alcohol use and unintended pregnancy. The program aims to provide personalized support and information through a mobile app you can access daily.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18–44 - NCT07351318Enrolling by invitation
Insulin sensitivity in type 1 diabetes pregnancies
This study looks at how well the body uses insulin in women who had type 1 diabetes during a recent pregnancy. If you used a Dexcom CGM and Tandem insulin pump while pregnant, your data could help researchers better understand insulin needs in pregnancy.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06866405RecruitingPhase 3
RSV vaccine boost in a new pregnancy
This study tests whether a second dose of the RSV vaccine during a new pregnancy protects you and your baby from RSV. If you received the RSVpreF or Abrysvo vaccine in a past pregnancy, you may be able to join.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges birth+ - NCT06273683Recruiting
Comparing two tubal removal methods during C-section
This study compares two ways of removing the fallopian tubes (salpingectomy) during a planned C-section for permanent birth control. You and your baby will get the same standard care, and the study helps find which technique works best.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 21 years+ - NCT07166822Recruiting
Can a mobile app help you stay active during pregnancy?
This study tests if using a mobile app can help pregnant women who are not very active to exercise more safely and improve their heart health. It's for women with low-risk pregnancies who want to use a simple smartphone tool.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18–45 - NCT05912517RecruitingPhase 3
Nipocalimab for high-risk pregnancy blood disease
This Phase 3 trial tests nipocalimab (an antibody medicine) to help prevent severe blood breakdown in a baby when a parent has certain blood antibodies. It enrolls people who previously had severe hemolytic disease in a past pregnancy and who are currently early in pregnancy with the same risk antibodies.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18–45 - NCT07224893RecruitingPhase 4
Once vs Twice Daily Insulin in Pregnant Diabetes
This trial compares taking insulin glargine once a day versus twice a day for pregnant women with type 2 diabetes. It aims to find which schedule helps manage blood sugar better during pregnancy.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT05977686Recruiting
Hemoglobin testing in pregnant adults
This trial studies how hemoglobin (an oxygen-carrying protein in blood) is checked during pregnancy. It may help improve or confirm the best way to monitor blood health in pregnant patients.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18–50 - 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.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT06831968Recruiting
Blood test to predict postpartum depression risk
This study tests a new blood test to predict who might get postpartum depression (sadness or mood changes after giving birth). If you are early in your pregnancy (less than 30 weeks), you may be able to join and help find out if the test works.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07119398RecruitingPhase 4
Comparing two ways to start labor after water breaks early
This trial tests if adding a Foley bulb to oxytocin is better than oxytocin alone for inducing labor when your water has broken early (between 34 and 37 weeks). It aims to find the safest and most effective method to help you deliver.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges 18–50 - NCT07185425Recruiting
NeuroCuple patch for pain after C-section
This study tests a special sticky patch (NeuroCuple device) placed near your C-section incision to see if it helps with pain after delivery. It may offer a drug-free way to manage discomfort.
Falls Church, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - NCT07186309Recruiting
At-home test for postpartum depression study
This trial is testing a way to screen for postpartum depression from the comfort of your home. You would take a test during pregnancy to see if it can help find women who may be at risk.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges 18 years+ - 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.
Fairfax, VirginiaAges Any age - 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.
Norfolk, VirginiaAges Any age - NCT00567073Recruiting
Register pregnant people with Pompe disease for pregnancy data
This study keeps a special record of pregnancies in people with Pompe disease to learn more about pregnancy outcomes and newborn information. It does not test a drug by itself—it collects health information to improve future care.
Fairfax, VirginiaAges Any age - NCT01073475Recruiting
Pregnancy and birth registry for community health research
This trial is a long-term registry that collects pregnancy and birth information in a community to help researchers study maternal and newborn health. It may help you and others by improving understanding of care and outcomes across many pregnancies.
Charlottesville, VirginiaAges Any age
Where these studies are running in Virginia
Institutions with a site for the recruiting pregnancy studies listed above.
- Inova Fairfax Medical Campus · 5 studies
- O & O Alpan · 3 studies
- University of Virginia · 3 studies
- Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters · 2 studies
- Eastern Virginia Medical School · 2 studies
- Old Dominion University · 2 studies
- Sentara Norfolk General Hospital · 2 studies
- University of Virginia School of Medicine · 2 studies
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.
Pregnancy trials in other states
Common questions
- Are there pregnancy clinical trials in Virginia?
- Yes. We're currently tracking 20 recruiting pregnancy studies with a site in Virginia, 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 in Virginia?
- 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 Virginia to take part?
- Not necessarily. These studies have a site in Virginia, 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.
Not the right time?
New pregnancy studies open in Virginia regularly. Set up a health profile and we’ll quietly watch for studies that fit you and email you when one opens.
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.