Qualitative Study on the Experiences of Mothers 6 to 12 Months After Their Participation in the Mother-baby Groups of the HUGS Study

The HUGS-QUALI study is a qualitative investigation that explores the experiences of mothers who participated in HUGS mother-baby therapy groups. Conducted 6 to 12 months after the intervention, the study aims to understand how this culturally adapted therapy influences the bond between mothers and their infants and affects their daily lives. By collecting detailed personal stories through in-depth interviews, the study seeks to understand if the adapted HUGS program effectively support French mothers in improving their interactions with their babies, when facing postpartum depression.

NCT Number	NCT07017621
Lead Sponsor	University Hospital, Toulouse
Conditions	Postnatal Depression, Postpartum Depression (PPD)
Enrollment	12 participants
Start Date	2025-02-04
Primary Completion	2026-02-04 (estimated)
Study Completion	2026-02-04 (estimated)
Updated on ClinicalTrials.gov	2026-05-08