HUGS therapy aims to strengthen Mother-Baby bond after postpartum depression

NCT ID NCT05209789

Completed Symptom relief Sponsor: University Hospital, Toulouse Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This study tested a group therapy program called HUGS for mothers with postpartum depression. The goal was to see if it improves the mother-baby relationship compared to a playtime group. 104 mothers participated, and researchers measured bonding through video analysis. The therapy focuses on positive interactions and support.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance: group therapy (HUGS program)
What this could lead to: If it works, this could provide a simple, non-drug way to help mothers with postpartum depression bond better with their babies.
What could go wrong: This is a small, completed trial with 104 participants, so results may not apply to all mothers. The therapy is behavioral, so benefits depend on engagement and may not be dramatic.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

postpartum depression

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

POST PARTUM DEPRESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

Bordeaux Public Hospital

Bordeaux, France
Havre Public Hospital Maternity

Le Havre, France
Reims Public Hospital Maternity

Reims, France
Rouen Public Hospital Maternity

Rouen, France
Toulouse Child Guidance

Toulouse, France
Toulouse Joseph Ducuing Maternity

Toulouse, France
Toulouse Public Hospital Maternity

Toulouse, France

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