Online classes before birth may shield new moms from PTSD
NCT ID NCT06992791
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study tests whether giving first-time mothers online education about childbirth starting at 30 weeks of pregnancy can lower their risk of post-traumatic stress after delivery. Researchers will enroll 400 women and track their mental health through surveys at 6 weeks and 6 months postpartum. The goal is to see if knowing what to expect can make the birth experience less distressing.
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Active substance
Prenatal education via online videos and text reminders
What this could lead to
If it works, this could give doctors a simple, low-cost way to help first-time mothers feel less traumatized after childbirth.
What could go wrong
This is a behavioral study, not a drug trial, so the effect may be small. Results depend on how much participants engage with the online materials.
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University of California, San Diego
San Diego, California, 92122, United States