This study looked at a phone app called Motherly for women who felt sad after having a baby. The researchers compared this app to other helpful tools used by a control group. They wanted to see if the app could help reduce feelings of sadness and make daily life easier.
The results showed that the app did not help everyone equally. It worked better for mothers who had fewer children to care for. It also worked better for those who visited their pediatrician more often. The app helped these women achieve their goals and feel better over time.
No bad side effects were reported by the women who used the app. The study suggests that this digital tool might be a good option for some new parents. However, it is not a perfect fix for every single person who uses it.