The Health in Pregnancy (HIP) Study

Pregnancy is a critical time to address preventable behavioral risks that pose serious threats to the health of both the mother and the developing fetus. We propose to conduct a randomized, controlled trial to determine the extent to which the Health in Pregnancy (HIP) program, a brief motivational intervention featuring a "Video Doctor," provider cueing sheets, and patient educational worksheets, can reduce pregnant women's cigarette smoking, alcohol drinking, illicit drug use, and domestic violence risks compared with usual care.