Can a smartphone app help prevent postpartum depression?

NCT ID NCT05518162

Completed Prevention Sponsor: University of Rochester Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026

Summary

This completed study tested whether a smartphone app called InBloom could help prevent postpartum depression in pregnant people at risk. 152 participants were randomly assigned to use the app or attend a weekly group program called ROSE. The study measured depression rates and severity up to three months after giving birth.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: InBloom app (digital therapeutic)
What this could lead to: If effective, the InBloom app could offer a convenient, scalable way to help prevent postpartum depression in at-risk women.
What could go wrong: This is a completed trial, but results are not yet widely reported. The app may not be as effective as in-person group sessions, and digital interventions can have low engagement.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

postpartum depression prevention target

As listed by the trial registrant

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POST PARTUM DEPRESSION

Contacts and locations

Locations

University of Rochester Medical Center

Rochester, New York, 14642, United States

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