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Inês M Tavares1, Samantha J Dawson2, Erin T Fitzpatrick2

  • 1Faculty of Psychology and Education, Hei-Lab-Digital Human-environment Interaction Lab, Lusófona University, Porto, Portugal. ines.tavares@ulusofona.pt.

Pilot and Feasibility Studies
|July 21, 2026
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The STORK program shows promise as a feasible and acceptable online resource for supporting couples' sexual well-being during the perinatal period. Further research is needed to confirm its effectiveness in promoting positive sexual health outcomes for new parents.

Area of Science:

  • Reproductive Health
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Background:

  • Perinatal period significantly alters couples' sexual relationships.
  • Lack of accessible prevention programs for perinatal sexual well-being.
  • STORK program addresses this gap with an online, couple-based approach.

Purpose of the Study:

  • Assess the feasibility of introductory modules for the STORK program.
  • Evaluate the program's potential to promote perinatal sexual well-being.
  • Gather user feedback on program acceptability and usability.

Main Methods:

  • Single-group feasibility study with 11 couples expecting their first child.
  • Couples completed online modules during a researcher-led session.
  • Online surveys and qualitative interviews assessed user experience.

Main Results:

  • High acceptability reported for program modules (clear, logical, enjoyable, relevant).
  • Platform rated easy to navigate and inclusive.
  • Most participants found the time commitment reasonable and weekly completion feasible.

Conclusions:

  • STORK program is a feasible and acceptable resource for perinatal sexual well-being.
  • Further evaluation of effectiveness through a pilot randomized controlled trial is warranted.
  • The program has potential to fill a critical gap in perinatal healthcare.
Abstract

Keywords:
CoupleInternet interventionPerinatalPostpartumPregnancyPsychoeducationTransition to parenthood

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