App aims to ease perinatal depression in thousands of women
NCT ID NCT04300894
First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time
Summary
This study tested a mobile app called Mamma Mia, designed to support mental health during pregnancy and after childbirth. Nearly 2,000 pregnant women used the app, which offers mindfulness exercises, breastfeeding tips, and relationship advice. Researchers measured changes in depression, anxiety, stress, and overall well-being to see if the app helps.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Mamma Mia mobile app program
What this could lead to
If effective, this app could offer a low-cost, accessible way to support mental health during and after pregnancy.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, but results are not yet widely confirmed. The app may not work for everyone, and the study relied on self-reported outcomes.
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Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, Virginia, 23298, United States