Weight Loss and Physical Fitness Following Pregnancy in Active Duty Women
Launched by TRIPLER ARMY MEDICAL CENTER · Aug 24, 2022
Trial Information
Current as of November 06, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
The PADaWL study is researching how diet affects weight loss and physical fitness in active duty women after giving birth. Pregnancy can lead to weight gain, and this study aims to help women lose that weight during the first year after having a baby, which is a critical time for weight loss. Women who participate will either get special support from a dietitian through virtual sessions or receive standard postpartum care. The study will monitor their diet, activity levels, and sleep patterns to see how these factors influence weight loss and overall fitness.
To be eligible for the study, participants must be active duty women from any military branch, be at least 18 years old, and have had a single baby between 36 and 41 weeks of pregnancy. They also need to have a healthy weight before pregnancy and plan to stay on active duty for at least 18 months after giving birth. Participants can expect to be involved for up to a year, with regular check-ins during the first 12 weeks and further evaluations at 6, 9, and 12 months postpartum. This research will help us understand how to better support new mothers in the military and may lead to improved guidelines for postpartum care.
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Active Duty from any service - Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine, Coast Guard.
- • 2. Any rank
- • 3. Singleton Pregnancy
- • 4. Delivery between 36weeks and 41weeks EGA
- • 5. Non obese (\<30BMI) at NOB appointment in 1st trimester.
- • 6. Any type of delivery (spontaneous vaginal delivery, operative vaginal delivery, cesarean delivery)
- • 7. First term pregnancy
- • 8. Live birth
- • 9. Must have documented standardized fitness evaluation for record prior to pregnancy
- • 10. Must have plan to remain on AD for a minimum of 18 months following delivery.
- • 11. Not planning short interval pregnancy within 18 months of delivery
- • 12. Must be planning on staying on Oahu for a minimum of 12 months following delivery
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • 1. Obese ( \> 30 BMI) at NOB appointment in 1st trimester
- • 2. Delivery before 36 weeks
- • 3. Severe maternal morbidity requiring prolonged ( \> 1week) postpartum admission
- • 4. NICU admission \> 2 week
- • 5. Profile beyond pregnancy profile limiting ability to exercise or take physical fitness exam.
- • 6. Desires to take a leave of duty or separation from duty in the first 18 months following pregnancy
- • 7. No physical fitness test for record in the year prior to pregnancy.
- • 8. Prior pregnancy beyond 20 weeks
- • 9. Planning future pregnancy within 18 months of delivery
About Tripler Army Medical Center
Tripler Army Medical Center (TAMC) is a premier military medical facility located in Honolulu, Hawaii, dedicated to delivering high-quality healthcare to active-duty service members, their families, and veterans. As a key sponsor of clinical trials, TAMC is committed to advancing medical research and improving patient outcomes through innovative studies and evidence-based practices. The center collaborates with various military and civilian organizations to facilitate research that addresses critical health issues, supports the well-being of the Armed Forces, and contributes to the broader medical community. With a focus on ethical standards and patient safety, TAMC plays a vital role in enhancing the understanding of treatments and interventions in diverse populations.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Honolulu, Hawaii, United States
Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, United States
Patients applied
Trial Officials
Alan P Gehrich, MD
Principal Investigator
Tripler Army Medical Center
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported
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