Postnatal yoga program for mothers and babies
Mother and Baby Yoga Study - Investigating the Influence of an Early Postnatal Mother and Baby Yoga Programme on Maternal Mental Health and Relationship With Baby: a Randomised Feasibility Study.
This study tests whether an eight-week online yoga program for mothers and their babies can help improve moms' mental health and strengthen their bond with their little ones.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 40 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | York Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (York, N. Yorks) |
| Trial ID | NCT06056609 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study investigates the effects of an eight-week online yoga program designed for mothers and their babies, focusing on improving maternal mental health and the bond between mother and child. Participants will engage in gentle postnatal yoga sessions while assessing their mental health and feelings of bonding with their baby. The study aims to gather pilot data to determine the feasibility and potential benefits of offering such a program as a regular service for new mothers. Feedback from participants will also be collected to inform future larger studies.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 18 and above who are 6-12 weeks post-birth and have had an uncomplicated recovery.
Not a fit: Patients who have uncontrolled medical conditions or are currently recovering from significant pregnancy-related complications may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this program could significantly improve mental health outcomes and maternal-infant bonding for new mothers.
How similar studies have performed: While similar approaches have been explored, this specific online mother and baby yoga program is relatively novel and untested.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Age 18 and above * 6-12 weeks post birth or 11-12 weeks if birthed by caesarean section * Uncomplicated postnatal recovery for mother and infant * Attended postnatal check with and supported to take part in the study by their GP. * Understand written and/or spoken English Exclusion Criteria: * Age 18 and above * Under 6 weeks post birth or over 12 weeks post birth * Under 11 weeks or over 12 weeks if birthed by caesarean * Not attended postnatal check with GP * Uncontrolled or new medical condition that will increase the risk of unsupervised exercise (cardiac, musculoskeletal, neurological) * Recent surgical intervention and still in the recovery period * Uncontrolled or new treatment for depression and/or anxiety * Currently recovering from a pregnancy or birth related problem that requires health practitioner follow up (medical, surgical, mental health) * Neonatal complications (prematurity, birth complications, medical/surgical problems, genetic disorders) * Drug or alcohol dependency * Multiple birth * Unable to understand written and/or spoken English
Where this trial is running
York, N. Yorks
- York & Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust — York, N. Yorks, United Kingdom (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Deborah Phillips
- Email: deborah.phillips23@nhs.net
- Phone: 07464491875
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.