Salutogenesis and Self-efficacy-based Childbirth Education Programme for Preventing Postpartum Depression
Launched by THE HONG KONG POLYTECHNIC UNIVERSITY · Nov 18, 2024
Trial Information
Current as of June 27, 2025
Recruiting
Keywords
ClinConnect Summary
This clinical trial is exploring a special childbirth education program designed to help teenage mothers, particularly those in low-income areas of Ethiopia, prevent postpartum depression (PPD). PPD can be a serious issue that affects new mothers and their babies, and this study aims to teach first-time mothers about managing stress and building confidence during pregnancy and after childbirth. The program includes six sessions: three before the baby is born and three after. These sessions consist of personal meetings, phone calls, and group discussions to provide support and information.
To participate in this study, mothers must be married, aged 13 to 19, having their first baby, and in good health without serious pregnancy complications. The trial is currently recruiting participants, and those who join can expect to engage in both educational activities and supportive discussions that focus on their well-being. The hope is that by empowering these young mothers, the program will lower the chances of developing postpartum depression, contributing valuable insights for future support efforts in similar communities.
Gender
FEMALE
Eligibility criteria
- Inclusion Criteria:
- • married first-time teenage mothers aged 13-19 years attending antenatal follow-up in the selected hospitals
- • a single pregnancy with 28-30 weeks of gestational age
- • no pregnancy complications contraindicating vaginal delivery
- • plan to have institutional delivery and postnatal visits at the selected health hospitals and who reside for a minimum of 12 weeks postdelivery around the selected hospitals
- Exclusion Criteria:
- • have self-reported history or current mental health problems
- • participated in similar interventional programmes
- • have serious medical and obstetrics problems
- • having foetus with diagnosed congenital anomalies
About The Hong Kong Polytechnic University
The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) is a leading institution in applied research and education, dedicated to advancing knowledge and innovation in various fields, including health sciences. As a clinical trial sponsor, PolyU focuses on conducting rigorous and ethically sound research to enhance understanding of medical interventions and improve patient outcomes. The university leverages its multidisciplinary expertise, state-of-the-art facilities, and collaboration with industry partners to facilitate groundbreaking studies that address pressing health challenges. Committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence, PolyU aims to translate research findings into practical solutions that benefit society and contribute to the global advancement of healthcare.
Contacts
Jennifer Cobb
Immunology at National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID)
Locations
Bahir Dar, Amhara, Ethiopia
Bahir Dar, Amhara, Ethiopia
Bahir Dar, Amhara, Ethiopia
Dessie, Amhara, Ethiopia
Patients applied
Timeline
First submit
Trial launched
Trial updated
Estimated completion
Not reported