New app aims to ease stress for child care providers and parents during COVID-19

NCT ID NCT04453657

ENROLLING_BY_INVITATION Symptom relief Sponsor: Johns Hopkins University Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 1 time

Summary

This pilot study is testing a tele-wellness app for family child care providers and parents in Baltimore City. The app offers self-care tips, parenting support, and learning games for children. Researchers want to see if it reduces stress and improves support for those caring for children of essential workers during the pandemic.

What this could mean

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

Active substance: FamilyChildCare app (digital toolkit with tele-wellness support)
What this could lead to: If successful, this could offer a practical way to reduce stress and improve support for child care providers and parents, especially during crises.
What could go wrong: This is a small pilot study with only 270 participants, so results may not apply broadly. The app's effectiveness depends on consistent use and access to technology.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

Behavior Child Behavior Social Skills Stress, Psychological

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

CHILD BEHAVIOR SOCIAL COMPETENCE STRESS, PSYCHOLOGICAL

Contacts and locations

Locations

Johns Hopkins School of Nursing

Baltimore, Maryland, 21205, United States

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