Text-message support for healthy pregnancy and newborn care
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether regular text messages during pregnancy and after birth can help with neonatal (newborn) health. You may qualify if you’re in the right stage of pregnancy, can receive texts, and plan to stay nearby for a few months after delivery.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant between 26 and 36 weeks of pregnancy
- You are at least 14 years old
- You can access a mobile phone every day (your own or shared)
- You are willing and able to receive SMS text messages
- You read or can respond to texts in English, Kiswahili, or Luo (or someone at home can help)
- You will be getting antenatal care at the study clinic and plan to stay in the area for at least 3 months after delivery
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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