The timing and composition of gestational weight gain.
Research type
Research Study
Full title
The effects of the timing and composition of gestational weight gain, dietary intake and energy balance on neonatal anthropometric outcomes in an obese obstetric population in the UK.
IRAS ID
153479
Contact name
Kathy Redfern
Contact email
Sponsor organisation
Plymouth University
Research summary
The aim of this study is to identify the independent and moderating effects of the timing and composition of weight gain, dietary intake and energy balance during pregnancy on infant birth weight and body composition, in an obese obstetric population. Expectant mothers will be recruited within the first trimester of pregnancy, and asked to undergo weight and body composition measurements, wear an accelerometer for 4 days to measure energy expenditure and to complete a diet diary for 4 days during the first, second and third trimesters of their pregnancy. Infant measurements concerning birth weight and body composition will be taken within 72 hours of birth. A maternal blood sample and cord blood sample will also be collected for use in a future study.
REC name
London - Central Research Ethics Committee
REC reference
14/LO/1660
Date of REC Opinion
17 Sep 2014
REC opinion
Further Information Favourable Opinion