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Postpartum Weight Retention
Open-data reference.
8 US clinical trials · 3 currently recruiting
Active & Recent Trials
Healthy for Two-Home Visiting (H42-HV): Health Coaching for Pregnant Women
Johns Hopkins University
NCT05619705
Weight Loss and Physical Fitness Following Pregnancy in Active Duty Women
Tripler Army Medical Center
NCT05518604
Time-restricted Eating for Postpartum Weight Loss
University of Alabama at Birmingham
NCT06491537
eMOMS of Rochester
University of Rochester
NCT01331564
Postpartum Visit Timing and the Effect on Visit Attendance
Women and Infants Hospital of Rhode Island
NCT05399784
A Personalized Telehealth Intervention for Health and Weight Loss in Postpartum Women
Pennington Biomedical Research Center
NCT01751230
ClockWork Postpartum Weight Management Study
University of Pittsburgh
NCT04992637
Meals for Moms: Medically-Tailored Meals for Women Who Had Gestational Diabetes
Wake Forest University Health Sciences
NCT04866823
Phase Distribution
| Phase | Trial count |
|---|---|
| Phase 3 | 1 |
Top Sponsors
Source: ClinicalTrials.gov, National Library of Medicine. Data is informational only.
Reading the Postpartum Weight Retention Trial Landscape
ClinicalTrials.gov lists 8 US studies indexed under Postpartum Weight Retention, and 3 of those are currently open to recruitment — roughly 38% of the total volume on the registry. That ratio is a useful proxy for activity level: a high share of recruiting studies often signals that research interest is current and that new enrollment opportunities are appearing, while a low share typically means the field is dominated by completed or follow-up work where most participant spots have already been filled. These counts reflect the public registry only and include studies at every stage of design, so they should be read as an index of research attention rather than as a measure of treatment availability.
The phase distribution for Postpartum Weight Retention shows 1 late-stage studies (Phase 3 and Phase 4 combined) alongside 0 earlier-phase entries (Phase 1 through Phase 2). Phase 1 and Phase 2 studies focus on early safety signals, dosing, and preliminary effect, while Phase 3 studies are typically the larger efficacy and safety trials submitted toward regulatory review, and Phase 4 studies follow approved interventions in real-world use. A condition weighted toward later phases often reflects a mature research pipeline with several interventions already close to or past approval, whereas a heavier early-phase tilt suggests the field is still exploring new mechanisms and candidate approaches.
Top sponsor activity for Postpartum Weight Retention is led by Tripler Army Medical Center with 1 indexed trial, alongside 7 other organizations in the top contributor list. The list on this page surfaces up to 8 of the most relevant recent and active entries, ordered with recruiting studies first so practical options are visible. All figures are derived from the public ClinicalTrials.gov dataset maintained by the National Library of Medicine and are reproduced here for reference. Inclusion of a trial, sponsor, or intervention on this page is neither an endorsement nor a recommendation — eligibility, protocol changes, and site-level status can shift frequently, so always verify current details on ClinicalTrials.gov and consult a qualified healthcare provider before acting on anything you see here.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many clinical trials are there for Postpartum Weight Retention?
PlainTrial tracks 8 US clinical trials for Postpartum Weight Retention, of which 3 are currently recruiting participants. Data sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov.
How do I find a recruiting trial for Postpartum Weight Retention?
Use the trial list above filtered by "Recruiting" status, or visit our trial finder at /recruiting to search by condition and state. Always discuss trial participation with your healthcare provider before enrolling.
Is this data current?
Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov and reflects our most recent data pull. Trial status may have changed since then. Always verify current information at ClinicalTrials.gov before making decisions about participation.
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Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov (National Library of Medicine). Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.
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Source: ClinicalTrials.gov (NIH/NLM) ClinicalTrials.gov AACT registry · 2024 Trial counts and statuses sourced from ClinicalTrials.gov. Sponsor counts include both industry and federal/academic sponsors.