Mindfulness-based mHealth intervention for pregnant black and Latina women at high risk of postpartum depression-the Healthy Mama and Baby study: protocol and data overview for a randomised controlled trial in an integrated healthcare delivery system.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a debilitating condition affecting over 20% of postpartum women, with disproportionately higher rates among black and Latina women compared with their white counterparts. Current recommendations for PPD prevention demand significant healthcare system resources, highlighting the need for alternative, evidence-based interventions that minimise strain on these systems. Mindfulness has been shown to effectively reduce depressive symptoms and prevent relapse across various populations. However, no studies to date have evaluated the efficacy of a digitally delivered mindfulness intervention specifically for black and Latina women at increased risk of PPD.This article presents the protocol for the Healthy Mama and Baby study, a randomised contro

SUBMITTER: Kubo A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12519379 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature