POSTPARTUM CARE

This study looks at whether a 6-month lifestyle program or the medication metformin is better for helping mothers lose weight after having a baby and dealing with gestational diabetes. About 60 women who gave birth in the last 3 to 12 months and have a BMI between 25 and 45 will …

This study looks at whether guided rehab with a specialist is better than doing exercises alone at home for preventing and treating pelvic floor problems after childbirth. About 80 new mothers will be assigned to either supervised physiotherapy or home training with a mobile app.…

This study tests whether a text-message based chatbot support program can lower symptoms of postpartum depression in people of color. About 156 new mothers who recently gave birth at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania will either get the chatbot or usual care. The goa…

This study compares two early interventions—Written Exposure Therapy and Capnometry Guided Breathing—to see if they can reduce PTSD symptoms in women after childbirth. About 70 new mothers who had a difficult birth or whose baby was in the NICU will be randomly assigned to one of…

This study looks at whether placing a newborn baby skin-to-skin on the mother's chest right after birth helps first-time mothers breastfeed more successfully and feel more confident as a mom. About 112 mothers will take part, with half receiving this special kangaroo care and the…

This study is testing whether Reiki, a complementary energy therapy, can help mothers who have had a cesarean section. Researchers want to see if Reiki reduces postpartum pain, increases comfort, and improves breastfeeding success compared to standard care or a sham treatment. Ab…

This study looks at two ways of using a urinary catheter during labor in patients who have an epidural. Some patients get a catheter that stays in place, while others have it inserted and removed every few hours. The goal is to see which method leads to fewer bladder problems and…

This study compares group postpartum and well-child care to standard individual care for mothers and infants in Malawi. Researchers will measure effects on postpartum depression and infant immunization rates. About 1,125 mother-infant pairs will participate, with results expected…