This study is looking at a new way to provide prenatal care called Centering HER. It combines regular prenatal care with seven virtual group sessions led by a doula (a trained support person for pregnant individuals) and oversight from an OB/GYN doctor. You would also use a Bluetooth blood pressure cuff and scale at home, and possibly an Apple Watch. The goal is to see if Centering HER helps pregnant individuals monitor their blood pressure and take aspirin as prescribed, which could reduce the risk of early-onset preeclampsia (a serious blood pressure condition during pregnancy). This study is for pregnant individuals who are less than 13 weeks pregnant, aged 18 to 45, speak English or Spanish, and have a moderate or high risk for high blood pressure during pregnancy.

Study design

This is an interventional study with 36 participants. You would be randomly assigned to either receive Centering HER or usual doula care.

What's involved

If assigned to Centering HER, you would attend 7 virtual group sessions and self-monitor/report your blood pressure and weight. You would also complete surveys at the beginning, during, and after pregnancy.

Compensation

Not stated in the trial record.

Follow-up

Your blood pressure will be measured from enrollment until the end of treatment at 12 weeks.

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