Knowledge, attitudes and behaviours surrounding preconception and pregnancy health: an Australian cross-sectional survey.
Loretta M MusgraveCaroline HomerAdrienne GordonPublished in: BMJ open (2023)
Most women of reproductive age in Australia have knowledge of the key health recommendations for preconception and pregnancy. However, there are gaps related to lifestyle behaviours particularly connected to weight gain and outcomes for babies. There is a strong preference to receive trusted information from healthcare providers through multiple resources.