How early-life factors affect childhood obesity risk
Part of Hormones & metabolism, Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study looks at how a mother's weight before pregnancy and early prenatal care may influence the risk of obesity in their child. It aims to understand the origins of obesity starting from pregnancy.
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Who can take part
- First prenatal visit before 14 weeks of pregnancy
- Either a healthy BMI (18.5-24.9) or a BMI over 30 before pregnancy
- Pregnant with a single baby (not twins or more)
- At least 18 years old and planning to deliver at Hospital Clínico UC- Christus
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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