Exercise during pregnancy: effects on mother and baby
Part of Women’s health & pregnancy clinical trials.
This study tests whether a supervised exercise program during pregnancy can improve health for first-time mothers and their babies. You would attend regular exercise sessions and be monitored throughout your pregnancy.
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Who can take part
- You are pregnant for the first time
- You are between 16 and 20 weeks pregnant
- Your ultrasound shows no major problems with the baby
- Your doctor has cleared you to exercise and you are getting regular checkups
- You are generally healthy and can follow pregnancy exercise guidelines
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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