The Impact of Contraception on Postpartum Weight Loss
Status:
Completed
Trial end date:
2012-10-01
Target enrollment:
Participant gender:
Summary
This is a prospective mixed methods study to assess weight changes in women randomized to
receive Implanon ® or Depo Provera® (DMPA) immediately postpartum compared to women who
choose non-hormonal contraception or no contraception immediately postpartum. After
enrollment, subjects return for a visit at 3, 6 and 12 months postpartum to be asked a series
of questions, take a pregnancy test, and be weighed. Total length of participation for each
subject is 1 year or until pregnancy.