Depression, Mood Disorders, and Minor Symptoms in the Postpartum Period
Conditions
Interventions
To examine the effects of yoga in the early postpartum period, yoga will be practiced under the guidance of a certified midwife with yoga instructor qualifications during hospitalization and after dis
Sponsors
Kitasato University
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Women aged 18 years or older Capable of communicating in Japanese and able to read and respond to the survey First-time mothers who have completed a full-term vaginal delivery No abnormal postpartum course, with approval for participation in this study obtained from the doctor Scheduled to attend the research facility for postpartum check-up within one month Able to participate in the study until the one-month postpartum check-up Written informed consent obtained voluntarily from the participant
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Women who had moderate or severe anemia during pregnancy (Hb < 9 mg/dL) Women with postpartum hemorrhage of 500 mL or more Women whose daily life is impaired due to back pain, joint pain, or pelvic pain Women with severe pain that persists despite taking painkillers, impairing their daily life Women undergoing treatment for mental health disorders (receiving medication) Women whose newborn required transfer to another facility Women who are certified yoga instructors Women deemed unsuitable for participation by a doctor or midwife (e.g., high-risk pregnant women, such as those with social or medical risks) Women who cannot provide informed consent to participate in the study
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| To compare the longitudinal changes and intergroup differences in mood (assessed using the short form of POMS 2-A) and postpartum depressive symptoms (assessed using EPDS) between the postpartum yoga group and the usual care group. | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Evaluate the pre- and post-changes in minor symptoms (presence/absence and VAS) and the between-group differences in the yoga group and the usual care group. Evaluation Timepoints: Postpartum Day 2, Postpartum Day 4, Postpartum Week 2, Postpartum Month 1 Measurement Items: VAS(assessment of symptom intensity or discomfort) | — |
Countries
Japan
Contacts
Public ContactYoko Katori
Kitasato University School of Nursing
Outcome results
None listed