POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
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Can iron after C-Section ward off postpartum depression?
Disease control Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether giving iron through a vein (IV) is better than iron pills for treating anemia after a C-section and lowering the risk of postpartum depression. About 2860 women with moderate anemia after delivery will be randomly assigned to one of the two treatments.…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Phase: PHASE4 • Sponsor: Assistance Publique - Hôpitaux de Paris • Aim: Disease control
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:54 UTC
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Simple blood test may predict postpartum depression risk
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study aims to validate a blood test that may predict a woman's risk of developing postpartum depression (PPD) after childbirth. Researchers will enroll up to 500 pregnant women, collect a blood sample in the third trimester, and then follow them for 6 months after delivery t…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:50 UTC
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Simple blood or saliva test may predict postpartum depression in pregnancy
Diagnosis Recruiting nowThis study is testing a new test called the Enlighten Device that uses a blood or saliva sample to predict if a pregnant woman will develop postpartum depression (PPD) after giving birth. Researchers will enroll 1,000 pregnant women and follow them for three months after delivery…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Sponsor: University of Virginia • Aim: Diagnosis
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:56 UTC
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VoiceLove app aims to ease postpartum depression for NICU moms
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests a smartphone app called VoiceLove that lets mothers of babies in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) record voice messages for their infant. The goal is to see if using the app reduces symptoms of postpartum depression and anxiety compared to standard care. A…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 21:35 UTC
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Talking therapy for new moms: Nurse-Led chats cut C-Section anxiety
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether four short, guided conversations with a trained nurse can lower anxiety and improve breastfeeding confidence in mothers who have a planned C-section. About 160 women will be randomly assigned to either standard care or standard care plus these nurse-led c…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Phase: NA • Sponsor: Xi Huang • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:57 UTC
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Online therapy shows promise for new moms battling postpartum depression
Symptom relief Recruiting nowThis study tests whether adding an internet-based therapy program (iCARE) to standard care helps reduce symptoms of postpartum depression more than standard care alone. About 352 new mothers in Denmark who gave birth within the last 6 months and have mild to moderate depression s…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Phase: NA • Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark • Aim: Symptom relief
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 18:54 UTC
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Could unmet pain relief hopes raise postpartum depression risk?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study looks at whether having your expectations for labor pain relief met or not affects your chance of developing postpartum depression. Researchers will follow 3640 women planning a vaginal delivery and compare depression rates six months after birth between those whose pa…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Sponsor: University of Padova • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 16, 2026 12:53 UTC
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Can a phone app predict postpartum depression before it starts?
Knowledge-focused Recruiting nowThis study will enroll 120 pregnant women and follow them for 6 months after birth. Participants will use a mobile app to answer quick questions about their mood, sleep, and physical health. The goal is to find early patterns that could lead to better support and treatment for po…
Matched conditions: POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION (PPD)
Sponsor: The Hong Kong Polytechnic University • Aim: Knowledge-focused
Last updated Jun 15, 2026 19:04 UTC