The Research
The MoMS Trial
The MoMS project is exploring whether enhanced multiple micronutrient supplements can improve pregnancy outcomes and support child growth more effectively than the current standard supplement used globally.
The trial builds on evidence generated through the formative research and is designed to examine the potential benefits of improved micronutrient supplementation during pregnancy.
Pregnancy increases women's nutritional requirements, while many women enter pregnancy with existing nutritional deficiencies. Providing a broader range of essential micronutrients may offer an opportunity to address multiple nutritional needs during this critical period.
The MoMS research will contribute evidence to help understand whether enhanced supplementation can provide better outcomes for mothers and children.
What MoMS Aims to Contribute
Local Data
Generating Bungoma-specific evidence on women’s nutrition and health.
Nutritional Gaps
Key deficiencies in diets and micronutrient intake.
Supplement Adherence
Understanding what influences iron and folic acid use in pregnancy.
Health Systems
Barriers and opportunities in ANC service delivery.
Better Trial Design
Evidence to strengthen the MoMS trial.
Policy & Practice
Supporting better nutrition action at community, county and national levels.
Our Research Focus
Food Security
Access to sufficient, nutritious and diverse food.
Dietary Diversity
Variety of foods in the diet and food groups consumed.
Nutrient Intake
Intake of key micronutrients including iron, folate, vitamin A, B-complex, zinc and iodine.
Anaemia
Examining anaemia prevalence, causes and associated risk factors.
Supplement Adherence
What influences iron and folic acid use in pregnancy.
Health Systems
Barriers and opportunities within ANC service delivery.
Research, Evidence and Resources
