Table 1 Participant timeline
Timeline | Event |
|---|---|
First consultation | Interest in study participation and preliminary eligibility is established at first consultation at the obstetric outpatient clinic (around 18 weeks gestation), and written information is emailed to possible participants. |
− 2 weeks | Interview to determine eligibility and participation within two weeks from first consultation. |
− 3 weeks | Motivational interviewing (MI) |
Baseline questionnaire | |
0 | Randomization |
+ 2 weeks | Start of the intervention (9 weeks) |
T1 (1½ months) | 1½ months post-randomization: second and intermediate assessment |
T2 (3 months) | 3 months post-randomization: Third assessment |
T3 (6 months) | 6 months post-randomization: Fourth assessment |
T4 (9 months) | 9 months post-randomization: Fifth and final assessment |