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New parenting program aims to boost infant mental health and prevent obesity

NCT ID NCT04601779

Disease control Sponsor: University of Southern Denmark Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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

Summary

This study tested a program called VIPP-PUF, where community health nurses used video feedback to help parents become more sensitive to their baby's needs. The goal was to reduce mental health problems and support healthy weight in infants who showed early signs of trouble. Over 400 families in Denmark took part, and researchers measured outcomes like emotional development and weight at age 2.

What this could mean

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Active substance
Video-based parenting support program (VIPP-PUF) delivered by community health nurses
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could provide a practical way for community health nurses to help at-risk infants develop better mental health and healthy weight.
What could go wrong
This is a completed trial, but results are not yet widely confirmed. The intervention is complex and may not work for all families or in different settings.

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Study facts

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Phase

Not a phased trial

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Participants

406 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Aug 2021

Finished

May 2025

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Ages

9 to 11 months

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: * Three or more PUF problems at the PUF Exclusion Criteria: * Severe mental or physical illness or handicap. * Not Danish or English speaking parents

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Infant mental health Parent-child relations Parenting

Contacts and locations

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  • National Institute of Public Health

    Copenhagen, Denmark

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