Connected MOM Plus for Pre-eclampsia

This trial aims to improve the use of a program called Connected MOM Plus, particularly for those facing challenges in accessing healthcare. Connected MOM Plus supports pregnant individuals by focusing on managing pre-eclampsia, a condition that causes high blood pressure during pregnancy. The trial compares two groups: one receives extra help to use Connected MOM Plus, while the other follows the standard approach. Participants may be a good fit if they have access to a smartphone, understand English or Spanish, and plan to deliver at an Ochsner hospital while living nearby.

As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to contribute to research that could enhance healthcare access for pregnant individuals.

Research has shown that the Connected MOM program is generally safe and well-tolerated by participants. One study found that participants in the Connected MOM program were twice as likely to complete important postpartum blood pressure checks compared to those receiving traditional care. Another study demonstrated a 20% reduction in pregnancy complications, such as severe pre-eclampsia (a condition that causes high blood pressure during pregnancy) and early births, when remote blood pressure monitoring was used as part of the Connected MOM approach. These findings suggest that the program is not only safe but also effective in improving pregnancy outcomes.¹²³⁴⁵

Researchers are excited about the Connected MOM Plus for pre-eclampsia because it offers a unique approach by integrating navigator support to help patients enroll and use the Connected MOM program effectively. Unlike traditional management, which may rely heavily on standard prenatal care and medication, this approach emphasizes personalized support and technology to monitor and manage the condition more closely. The potential for improved patient engagement and real-time monitoring could make a significant difference in managing pre-eclampsia, leading to better outcomes for both mothers and babies.

Research has shown that the Connected MOM program can improve health for pregnant women and their babies. One study found that participants were twice as likely to complete important blood pressure checks after giving birth compared to those receiving traditional care. Another study demonstrated that the program reduced early births by 20% by identifying hidden high blood pressure, which is not easily detected. Participants also recorded twice as many blood pressure readings, leading to better monitoring. In this trial, participants in the "Intervention - CM+" arm will receive navigator support to enroll in and use Connected MOM Plus, while those in the "Control - CM" arm will follow the standard protocol for offering Connected MOM. Overall, these findings suggest that Connected MOM Plus could effectively manage pre-eclampsia and improve pregnancy outcomes.¹³⁵⁶⁷