Emotional Intelligence In Pregnancy and the Puerperium and Baby Blues Symptoms: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Emotional Intelligence In Pregnancy and the Puerperium and Baby Blues Symptoms: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Background: Emotional intelligence pertains to the capacity for making decisions and adjusting to life's fluctuations, an attribute influenced by emotional conditions. Several scenarios impact nearly 80% of females, influencing their nurturing abilities. This study aimed to analyze the effectiveness of the "Happy in My Maternity" project in reducing baby blues symptoms in postnatal women. Methods: Employing a randomized clinical trial, hybrid interventions based on mobile application and i-person were conducted as part of an educational and emotional regulation curriculum. Enrollment encompassed the well-being of women. The program retained thirty-five participants, with thirty-four constituting the control cluster. The Trait-Meta Mood Scale (TMMS-24) questionnaire evaluation was administered to gauge emotional intelligence.

Inclusion Criteria:

i) to have between 28 and 38 weeks of pregnancy, ii) pregnant women with follow-up and control at the participant hospital iii) women who signed their consent to participate in the study

Exclusion Criteria:

i) Women with high-risk pregnancies ii) Women suffering from psychiatric disorders before pregnancy such as anxiety, affective or disruptive behavior disorders