A Dyadic Approach to Perinatal Depression in Primary Care: Maternal Infant and Dyadic Care

A brief version of the evidence based Promoting First Relationships (PFR) parenting intervention in which a parent is supported in appropriate interpretation of infant cues and in developing skills to effectively parent an infant. Sessions consist of reflective content (observing and reflecting back to the mother on patterns of dyadic interaction) and informational handouts. Reflective content will be delivered in person, and text messaging protocol will deliver informational content at developmentally appropriate times. PFR-B sessions are delivered in primary care settings beginning in the third trimester and continuing postpartum.

Collaborative Care (CC) is an integrated care model that is effective in the treatment of perinatal depression. CC provides team driven, population focused, measurement guided and evidence based care to improve access and outcomes, control costs, and increase patient satisfaction.