Microbiome and Malnutrition in Pregnancy

Launched by THE HOSPITAL FOR SICK CHILDREN · Jul 27, 2021

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ClinConnect Summary

This clinical trial, titled "Microbiome and Malnutrition in Pregnancy," is focused on understanding how a mother's nutrition and the bacteria in her gut during pregnancy affect the health of her baby. Researchers are specifically looking at young pregnant women, aged 24 and younger, in the Toronto area because they are more at risk for not getting enough nutrients. The study will follow these women throughout their pregnancy and for a year after their baby is born, collecting samples and health information to see how a mother's diet and gut health may influence birth outcomes and the baby's growth.

To participate, women must be between 8 to 20 weeks pregnant and agree to the study procedures. Those who have taken antibiotics in the last three months or who are further along in their pregnancy are not eligible. Participants can expect to provide stool and blood samples, share details about their diet, and receive health assessments during the study. This research aims to help improve understanding of how nutrition and gut health can impact pregnancy and newborn development, ultimately leading to healthier outcomes for mothers and their babies.

Gender

FEMALE

Eligibility criteria

• Inclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Consent provided
• • 2. Participant is between 8-20 weeks post-conception
• • 3. Female aged 28 years of age and younger
• • 4. Confirmation of pregnancy
• • 5. Intend to comply with study procedures and follow up
• Exclusion Criteria:
• • 1. Women who do not meet the enrolment age criteria
• • 2. Women who are 20 + weeks post-conception
• • 3. Women who have taken antibiotics within the past 3 months Note: it is common practice to give the mother penicillin in perinatal period if they are GBS positive; because this is standardized across the board it would not act as an exclusion factor.