Can a yoga app ease stress for pregnant black women?
NCT ID NCT06353113
First seen Jan 11, 2026 · Last updated Jun 22, 2026 · Updated 24 times
Summary
This study tests whether a prenatal yoga app called Down Dog can improve well-being in 50 pregnant African American women. Participants use the app for at least 20 minutes, three days a week, for 12 weeks. The goal is to see if the app is easy to use and helps with stress, depression, and overall health.
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San Diego State University
San Diego, California, 92182, United States
What this could mean
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Active substance
Down Dog Prenatal Yoga App
What this could lead to
If successful, this could show that a mobile yoga app is a practical, low-cost way to support mental health and reduce stress in pregnant African American women.
What could go wrong
This is a small feasibility study with only 50 participants, so results may not apply broadly. It relies on self-reported data and app usage, which may not reflect real-world adherence.
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