A tailored postpartum eHealth physical activity intervention for individuals at high risk of postpartum depression, the POstpartum Wellness study (POW): Protocol and data overview for a randomized controlled trial (Preprint)

Postpartum depression (PPD) is associated with significant health consequences for the parent and child. Current recommendations for PPD prevention require intense health care system resources. Evidence-based interventions for PPD prevention that do not further burden the health care system are needed. Evidence suggests that physical activity (PA) can generally reduce depressive symptoms. Technology-based interventions may help decrease common barriers to PA.