Join the eHUGS Research Study
Hey Mum!
Want simple ways to build your connection with your baby and enjoy time together?
eHUGS is a free online program for mothers and their babies, developed by the Parent-Infant Research Institute.
It may be especially helpful if you have received support or treatment for low mood after the birth of your baby. eHUGS uses play and simple, research-based activities to help you reconnect with your baby as you begin to feel a little better, or simply enjoy spending time together.
The program includes four fun and interactive online sessions, supportive text messages, and a phone call with an experienced coach.
Join the study and receive free access to eHUGS
Who can take part?
You may be eligible if you:
- are a mother aged 18 years or older
- have a baby under 12 months
- have started or completed support or treatment for postnatal low mood or depression
Interested in taking part?
Visit the eHUGS website to check your eligibility and begin the registration process.
Learn more about eHUGS
Dr Charlene Holt from the Parent-Infant Research Institute explains what the four-week eHUGS program includes, who may be eligible to participate and how the research study works.
This research has been approved by the Austin Health Human Research Ethics Committee, HREC/31097/Austin-2025.
Download and share the eHUGS study postcard
Help us reach eligible mums by downloading the eHUGS postcard and sharing it with families, colleagues, health professionals or community networks.