EMBRACE Prenatal Care Study
EMBRACE PRENATAL CARE STUDY
Embracing Mothers & Babies; Reimagining Antenatal Care for Everyone
Antenatal care is medical care received during pregnancy, also called prenatal care.
The EMBRACE Prenatal Care Study is comparing two types of enhanced prenatal care
to discover which may lead to better outcomes for women and infants.
THE STUDY
Comparing Enhanced Prenatal Care Models
Participants in EMBRACE are assigned to receive prenatal care either individually or in a group setting based on their due date and provider.
Throughout their time in the study, participants complete three questionnaires and share delivery medical records. Participation in the study begins in the first trimester of pregnancy and ends at three months postpartum when the final survey is completed.
The study results will enable patients and providers to make informed decisions about which enhanced model of prenatal care may be best for them.
RESEARCH QUESTIONS
EMBRACE is attempting to answer three questions.
Does participating in group prenatal care lead to:
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reduced preterm birth rates?
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less depression and anxiety symptoms?
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increased satisfaction with care?
The Study will also explore in-depth experiences of care with Black and Latina women through interviews.
