Partners in Health: A Couples-based Approach to Obesity Prevention
Partners in Health: A Couples-based Approach to Obesity Prevention
The purpose of this pilot study is to test the feasibility of an innovative, couples based
 approach to weight management during pregnancy. The primary hypothesis is that a
 couples-based behavioral weight management program will reduce the rate of gestational weight
 gain compared to standard care.
Inclusion Criteria:

 Pregnant Women

 -  >18 years old

 -  15-22 weeks gestation

 -  BMI >= 25

 -  cohabitating with partner for at least 3 months or recently married

 -  willing to consent

 Non-pregnant Partner

 -  BMI >= 25

 -  cohabitating with partner for at least 3 months or recently married

 -  willing to consent

 Exclusion Criteria:

 -  Untreated medical or psychological problem

 -  Inability to be physically active