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- ConsistencyScore™
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eMOM app improves self-discovery in managing gestational diabetes
Last updated September 9, 2026
Key finding
No differences were observed between the intervention and control arms in autonomous motivation.
This study explored the impact of the eMOM mobile app on maternal self-discovery and management of gestational diabetes, finding no significant differences in key outcomes.
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EvidenceScore™
Moderate
Study type
RCTs
Follow-up
Short-Term (≤3 mo)
Risk of bias
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Study focus
This study explored the impact of the eMOM mobile app on maternal self-discovery and management of gestational diabetes, finding no significant differences in key outcomes.
Clinical relevance
Understanding the effectiveness of mobile health interventions is crucial for developing tools that support mothers with gestational diabetes. This study highlights the need for further research to identify effective strategies for enhancing maternal well-being and diabetes management.
Keep in mind
Limited sample size may affect the generalizability of findings. Study design did not account for potential confounding factors. Short duration of the intervention may not capture long-term effects.
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Molly W, Olajumoke T, Karthik RK, et al. Exploring the Effects of the eMOM Mobile App on Maternal Self-Discovery and Management of Gestational Diabetes. JMIR mHealth and uHealth. 2025;13:e60855. doi:10.2196/60855
Main Effects
No differences in autonomous motivation between intervention and control arms.
No differences in perceived competence between intervention and control arms.
No differences in incidence of elevated depressive symptoms between intervention and control arms.
No differences in stress percentage between intervention and control arms.
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Evidence Context
This study contributes evidence to eMOM mobile app and Autonomous motivation, Diabetes management self-efficacy, Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms, and 1 more.
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Primary intervention
eMOM mobile app
Primary outcomes
- Autonomous motivation
- Diabetes management self-efficacy
- Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms
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Primary intervention
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Moderate contributionModerate confidenceNetwork score: 52
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Related topics
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Evidence pairs
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High relevance in at least one topic
Why it is useful
- Contributes to 4 evidence relationships
- Linked to 2 direct semantic evidence topics
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Evidence topic
Diabetes Management Self-Efficacy
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Mental Health
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Study findings
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Diabetes management self-efficacy
eMOM mobile app → Diabetes management self-efficacy
eMOM mobile app → Diabetes management self-efficacy
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerIncidence of elevated depressive symptoms
eMOM mobile app → Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms
eMOM mobile app → Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
Add to Evidence TrackerEvidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Evidence Suggest
- The eMOM app showed unclear effectiveness in improving maternal motivation.
- No significant changes were noted in perceived competence among users.
- The incidence of depressive symptoms remained unchanged with app usage.
Who this applies to
- Pregnant women diagnosed with gestational diabetes.
- Participants interested in mobile health interventions for diabetes management.
Keep in Mind
- Results may not be applicable to broader populations outside the study.
- Further research is needed to explore effective interventions.
- The lack of significant findings does not rule out potential benefits in other contexts.
Between the Lines
- Limited sample size may affect the generalizability of findings.
- Study design did not account for potential confounding factors.
- Short duration of the intervention may not capture long-term effects.
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Relationships organized using the Dediabetes Evidence Intelligence™ framework.
This study contributes to evidence on eMOM mobile app and Autonomous motivation, eMOM mobile app and Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms.
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Behavioral & Lifestyle
eMOM mobile app → Autonomous motivation
Behavioral & Lifestyle
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
View evidenceBehavioral & Lifestyle
eMOM mobile app → Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms
Behavioral & Lifestyle
Evidence Intelligence™
- EvidenceScore™
- Emerging
- Score 59 · Based on 1 study
- ImpactScore™
- 50
- Neutral
- ConsistencyScore™
- unclear
- Not enough independent studies
Supporting studies: Based on 1 study
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Curated evidence collections and hubs this study is part of.
Autonomous motivation Evidence Hub
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outcome_hubMeasures Autonomous motivation as a key outcome.
eMOM mobile app Evidence Hub
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intervention_hubContributes to eMOM mobile app evidence base.
Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms Evidence Hub
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outcome_hubMeasures Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms as a key outcome.
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Questions answered by this study
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Does eMOM mobile app improve autonomous motivation?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of eMOM mobile app for autonomous motivation.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Autonomous motivation
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does eMOM mobile app improve diabetes management self-efficacy?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of eMOM mobile app for diabetes management self-efficacy.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Diabetes management self-efficacy
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does eMOM mobile app reduce incidence of elevated depressive symptoms?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear reduction in incidence of elevated depressive symptoms with eMOM mobile app.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Incidence of elevated depressive symptoms
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
Does eMOM mobile app improve stress?
Emerging Evidence
Current evidence does not show a clear benefit of eMOM mobile app for stress.
ConsistencyScore™: Consistency cannot yet be determined from the available evidence.
Ranked evidence signals
- 1
Stress
EvidenceScore™ Emerging | EvidenceScore™ 59.0 | neutral | ConsistencyScore™ Unclear | 1 study
Why this answer: This answer is based on a single supporting study.
Limitations
- Only one supporting study is available.
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