Improving maternal and child health by addressing perinatal depression
Official title: Implementation of Prevention and Intervention of Maternal Perinatal Depression to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health
Run by University of Helsinki · NCT04069091 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is testing a new online support program for pregnant women with depression to see if it can improve their health and the health of their babies during the first 1000 days of life.
Quick facts
| Study type | Interventional |
|---|---|
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 1000 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Helsinki Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Helsinki, Uusimaa) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | January 1, 2020 |
| Main results expected | December 31, 2026 |
| Study ends | December 31, 2027 |
| Registry record updated | September 30, 2025 |
| Trial ID | NCT04069091 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are pregnant women who score 10 or more on the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) and agree to participate in the intervention.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients with active suicidality, severe mental disorders, or those currently receiving psychotropic medication or psychosocial treatment may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study focuses on enhancing maternal and child health by implementing a screening and intervention program for perinatal depression, which is a prevalent complication during pregnancy. The program utilizes a low-intensity online self-help intervention called 'Enjoy your Bump' to provide support to mothers identified with depressive symptoms. The goal is to improve the quality of care for mothers and their children during the critical first 1000 days of life, addressing the significant gap in treatment for perinatal depression. By adapting the intervention to fit various cultural and gender contexts, the study aims to increase accessibility and effectiveness of mental health care.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this intervention could significantly improve mental health outcomes for mothers and promote better developmental outcomes for their children.
How similar studies have gone: Other studies have shown success with similar low-intensity interventions for perinatal depression, indicating a promising approach to addressing this widespread issue.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * EPDS screen result of 10 or more * Agreed to be invited for the intervention during the screening phase Exclusion Criteria: * Active suicidality * Presence of severe mental disorder * Concurrent use of psychotropic medication / concurrently under psychosocial treatment for mental disorder
Where it's running
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University of Helsinki
Helsinki, Uusimaa, Finland Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Katri Räikkönen, PhD — University of Helsinki
- Study coordinator: Katri Räikkönen, PhD
- Email: katri.raikkonen@helsinki.fi
- Phone: +358405121469
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How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.