- Must be between 12 and 16 weeks pregnant during the first study visit
- Between 18 and 40 years of age
- BMI <40
- No high blood pressure, diabetes, or autoimmune disease
Study Description
The study is funded by Sigma Theta Tau International. The study is investigating the relationship between fat mass, physical activity, stress, a protein in your blood, genetic variant and inflammation and the development of high blood pressure during pregnancy and diabetes during pregnancy. The study will include answering 3 surveys, having skin fold thickness measures taken, providing saliva, and an optional blood sample during a study visit, and providing information about your birth outcomes after your baby is born. Participants will be compensated for their time. Contact us to learn more! McKenzie Wallace, BSN, BA, RN Phone Number: 815-721-1923 Email:mckenzie.wallace@uhhospitals.org Find us on Facebook: @thepregnancystudy
