Rural montana study tests whether doulas can ease postpartum depression

NCT ID NCT05763537

Recruiting now Knowledge-focused Sponsor: University of Montana Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Nov 01, 2025 · Last updated May 15, 2026 · Updated 27 times

Summary

This study looks at whether specially trained doulas can help pregnant people in rural Montana feel more confident and supported, and reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety after childbirth. About 75 participants will be split into three groups: one gets regular doula care, one gets care from a doula trained in perinatal mental health, and one gets standard care without a doula. Everyone will fill out surveys during pregnancy and up to six months after giving birth to track changes in mood, self-belief, and social support.

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University of Montana
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Missoula, Montana, 59812, United States

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DELIVERY, OBSTETRIC DEPRESSION MATERNAL HEALTH MENTAL HEALTH MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES POSTPARTUM DEPRESSION PREGNANCY PREGNANCY SELF EFFICACY SOCIAL SUPPORT SUBSTANCE-RELATED DISORDERS