'Check on Mom' Initiative Launched: AI-Powered Postpartum Depression Screening Available Now
'Check on Mom' Initiative Launched: AI-Powered Postpartum Depression Screening Available Now
Mothers now have access to a groundbreaking tool to address postpartum depression with the launch of "Check on Mom", an AI-powered, video-based screener from Videra Health. Announced on September 23, 2025, this innovative platform is designed to provide free, confidential, and stigma-free mental health assessments for mothers.
A New Approach to Postpartum Screening
The "Check on Mom" initiative stands out from traditional postpartum depression screeners by utilizing conversational AI to analyze both verbal responses and non-verbal cues. Unlike static surveys, this video-based tool offers a more dynamic and nuanced assessment. The AI is trained specifically for healthcare purposes, providing insights into maternal mental health that go beyond conventional methods.
"Check on Mom is not just a digital tool, it is a public health resource", said Loren Larsen, co-founder and CEO of Videra Health. "By showing what is possible with AI-powered video screeners, we are opening new opportunities for earlier detection and better outcomes, not just in maternal health but across conditions where timely screening can make a real difference for patients and providers."
Key Features of the Initiative
The "Check on Mom" screening tool is designed for ease of use and accessibility. Key features include:
- Free and confidential: The tool is entirely free and requires no insurance.
- Fast and convenient: Assessments can be completed in less than three minutes on almost any device.
- Video-based and stigma-free: Mothers can speak openly and naturally, eliminating the potential discomfort of static written surveys.
- Clinically validated insights: Results are available immediately and can be downloaded to share with healthcare providers, including OBs, midwives, and primary care physicians.
By offering a quick and private way to screen for postpartum depression, the tool aims to address gaps in maternal mental health care. Many mothers with postpartum depression go undiagnosed due to inconsistent screenings, stigma, or delays in accessing care. With "Check on Mom", mothers no longer need to wait for a six-week postpartum checkup to identify potential issues.
Addressing a Widespread Health Concern
Postpartum depression affects one in five mothers, yet timely diagnosis and treatment remain a challenge. Videra Health's new AI-powered initiative seeks to normalize maternal mental health conversations and remove barriers to care. The company believes this tool could help distinguish between normal "baby blues" and postpartum depression, enabling earlier intervention.
A Broader Vision for AI in Healthcare
While "Check on Mom" focuses on maternal mental health, Videra Health’s broader mission demonstrates how AI-powered tools can transform healthcare. The company has previously developed screeners for other conditions, including tardive dyskinesia and depression. These tools help expand access to early detection, particularly in underserved populations, and improve diagnosis and treatment processes.
Videra Health is committed to using technology to create patient-centered solutions. As the company continues to innovate in condition-specific screenings, "Check on Mom" serves as a critical step in their effort to improve maternal mental health outcomes.
"By applying conversational AI and video analysis, Videra Health is creating earlier pathways to care for conditions that are too often overlooked", the company stated.
With the launch of "Check on Mom", Videra Health is working to provide mothers with timely and accessible mental health support, illuminating the potential of AI to enhance patient care across healthcare settings.