Midwives' and obstetricians' perspectives about pregnancy related weight management in Ethiopia: A qualitative study.

Fekede Asefa KumsaAllison CumminsYadeta DessieMaralyn FoureuAndrew Hayen

Published in: PloS one (2020)

The limited knowledge of and low attention to pregnancy related weight management by midwives and obstetricians in this setting needs appropriate intervention. Adapting a guideline for pregnancy weight management and integrating it into antenatal care is essential.

Keyphrases

preterm birth
body mass index
healthcare
weight loss
physical activity
weight gain
pregnancy outcomes
randomized controlled trial
pregnant women
palliative care
body weight