This study, called "H.E.A.R. for Mamas," is looking at ways to improve care for new mothers after delivery, especially those facing health challenges. It's testing a program that uses text messages and phone calls to check for postpartum complications (problems after childbirth), chronic conditions, and social factors that affect health. The goal is to see if this program helps women get medical care quickly and easily, reducing emergency room visits within six weeks after delivery. You might be able to join if you are a woman between 16 and 49 years old, recently delivered a baby in South Carolina, and have Medicaid insurance. The study is currently recruiting about 2894 participants.

Study design

This interventional study plans to enroll 2894 women. Participants will be assigned to either receive usual in-person care or usual in-person care plus a text message-based program.

What's involved

You will complete a survey at enrollment and three additional times. All surveys can be completed via cell-phone or email.

Compensation

Participants will be paid for their time in completing surveys.

Follow-up

All women will be followed for 1-year after delivery.

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