If I am under 18, can I participate in the study?

The study is only open to those who are 35-55.

If I am pregnant or breastfeeding can I participate?

Unfortunately individuals who are currently pregnant or breastfeeding are not eligible to participate in the study.

If I have a hormonal Intrauterine device (IUD), am taking birth control pills, or am on systemic estrogen or progesterone can I participate?

Unfortunately individuals who have a hormonal Intrauterine device (IUD), are taking birth control pills, or are on systemic estrogen or progesterone are not eligible to participate in the study.

If I have been diagnosed with Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) can I participate?

Unfortunately those with PCOS are not eligible to participate in the study.

I cannot speak English, am I still able to participate?

Unfortunately, you must be able to speak, write and read English, given the Our Transitions app will be available only in English.

Am I able to use either an Android or an iPhone?

This is an iPhone only study. You are able to use an iPhone (iOS version 16.4 or newer) to participate in the study. Android users are not eligible at this time.

What is the Oura ring and what does it measure?

The Oura ring is a smart ring that uses sensors to help track your health and measure specific vital signs. Specifically, the Oura ring measures:

Heart Rate: Your heart rate throughout the day

Resting Heart Rate: Your heart rate when you are at rest

Heart rate variability: The measure of variations in time (milliseconds) between your heartbeats

Respiration rate: How frequently you breathe while you sleep

Breathing variance: Any variation or changes in your respiration rate

Sleep stages: (Light, deep, REM) and quality of your sleep

Your body temperature: including any fluctuations in temperature

Your activity levels: The duration, intensity and timing of when you are active (for example, taking a long walk)

Your inactivity levels: The duration, intensity, and timing of when you are sedentary (for example, sitting on the couch)

Learn more about the Oura ring on their website: https://ouraring.com

How do I charge my Oura ring?

Place the ring on the charger provided to you. The charger size should match the size of the ring you are wearing. Let the device charge fully for optimal battery performance. This can take between 20-80 minutes. We suggest charging your device when you do your morning routine or when taking a shower. We have found that it is ideal to charge your ring daily (even though the battery life will last longer than this). This helps in getting into a routine and not forgetting to put the ring back on your finger after charging during intermittent times.

How do I sync my Oura ring?

Your ring will sync with the Oura app through Bluetooth connection. You will set up this connection when you set up the device. If the Oura app is unable to find your ring while the ring is on your finger, connect the ring to the charger, keep your phone close to the ring, and try again. For more help, please refer to your Participant Guide.

How do I sync my Oura ring data?

Open the Oura app to sync the data from your ring. You will see your data in the Oura app, once the sync is completed. There may be a delay of up to 48 hours for the data to show in the Our Transitions app.

What is the Fitbit Sense 2 and what does it measure?

The Fitbit Sense 2 is a smartwatch that measures your skin conductance (Electrodermal Activity [EDA]), among your heart rate and pulse, sleep duration, skin temperature, and steps.

What do I do if the Oura ring or Fitbit Sense 2 becomes uncomfortable?

Stop wearing the Oura ring or Fitbit Sense 2 if either device becomes uncomfortable or if you have a skin reaction (like a rash) and contact a member of the study team immediately.

What do I do if the Oura ring or Fitbit Sense 2 breaks or stops working?

If any of your devices stop working, please contact a member of the study team.

I want to use my own device. What type of devices can I use in the study?

If you already own an Oura Ring (Generation 3+) and/or Fitbit Sense 2, you are able to use your own devices in the study. There will also be a ‘Bring Your Own Device’ (BYOD) cohort once enrollment in the main cohort is complete, where users can also use a personal device including Oura, Fitbit, Garmin, or Apple smartwatches.

How will I know when I have a new survey to complete?

A list of daily Activities to Complete will be available in the Our Transitions app Task section. If daily notification reminder preferences have been set, you will receive reminders at your preferred time. Otherwise, reminders will be sent out daily at 9:00am for all other surveys.

How do I set my daily notification reminder?

In the Our Transitions app, go to the Settings page. Select About You, then Preferences. Check “Limit notifications to a specific time of day”, then select your preferred notification time.

What do I do if I don’t want to answer a certain survey question?

Skip the question. You do not have to answer any questions you don’t want to answer.

What do I do if I don’t want to participate in the study anymore?

Contact a member of the research team as soon as possible at ourtransitions@4youandme.org.

I have a friend who is interested in the Our Transitions study – can they participate too?

Yes! If you know someone that might be interested in participating in the Our Transitions study, please have them use this link [https://redcap.ciems.org/surveys/?s=H3ENAK7DLDY7TLCW] to provide their contact information and answer a few pre-screening questions. They will then be contacted by a study team member via email.

I have another question, who can I contact?

For any additional questions or to speak directly to a member of our study team, please contact: ourtransitions@4youandme.org.