A randomized lifestyle intervention preventing gestational diabetes: effects on self-rated health from pregnancy to postpartum.

Elina EngbergBeata Stach-LempinenKristiina RönöHannu KautiainenJohan G ErikssonSaila B Koivusalo

Published in: Journal of psychosomatic obstetrics and gynaecology (2017)

The self-rated health level varied over time from the first trimester of pregnancy to 12 months postpartum in women at risk for gestational diabetes. Improving self-rated health among high-risk pregnant women through lifestyle intervention calls for further research.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
pregnant women
public health
healthcare
randomized controlled trial
mental health
metabolic syndrome
health information
cardiovascular disease
weight loss
preterm birth
health promotion
adipose tissue
social media
risk assessment