Woebot for Postpartum Mood and Anxiety: Randomized Controlled Trial Evaluating Feasibility, Acceptability, and Preliminary Efficacy of a Mobile Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Intervention

Background

Postpartum psychological distress, ranging from transient mood and anxiety disturbances to full-syndrome postpartum depression, is prevalent. Many postpartum individuals lack access to evidence-based interventions due to stigma and insufficient provider availability. The treatment gap is particularly pronounced among historically marginalized groups, including Black, Hispanic/Latina, and low-income mothers. Digital health interventions offer support to address this.