Study probes hidden impact of denied pregnancy on child development

NCT ID NCT02867579

First seen Jun 25, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study looks at how pregnancy denial—when a woman is unaware she is pregnant for months—affects the bond between mother and child. Researchers will compare 130 mothers, half with pregnancy denial and half without, using interviews and observations over 20 months. The goal is to understand risks to child attachment and development, and to find factors that may lead to denial.

What this could mean

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

What this could lead to
If successful, this could help identify risk factors for pregnancy denial and improve support for mothers and children.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study with a small sample, so findings may not apply to all populations. It does not test a treatment.

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  • Chu de Reims

    Reims, 51092, France

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