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Weight development from childhood to motherhood-embodied experiences in women with pre-pregnancy obesity: a qualitative study.
Reproductive health - 30 Jan 2024
Sandsæter Heidi L, Eik-Nes Trine Tetlie, Getz Linn Okkenhaug, Haugdahl Hege S, Magnussen Elisabeth Balstad, Rich-Edwards Janet W, Horn Julie
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BACKGROUND: Pre-pregnancy obesity increases the risk of perinatal complications. Post-pregnancy is a time of preparation for the next pregnancy and lifestyle advice in antenatal care and postpartum follow-up is therefore recommended. However, behavioral changes are difficult to achieve, and a better understanding of pregnant women's perspectives and experiences of pre-pregnancy weight development is crucial....
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