A qualitative study of gestational weight gain goal setting.

Shaniece CrissEmily OkenLauren GuthrieMarie-France Hivert

Published in: BMC pregnancy and childbirth (2016)

Pregnant women highly value discussions with their HCP to set GWG goals. Pregnant women view their clinicians as the most reliable source of information and believe that clinicians should open weight-related discussions throughout pregnancy.

Keyphrases

weight gain
pregnant women
pregnancy outcomes
body mass index
birth weight
palliative care
weight loss
advance care planning
minimally invasive
preterm birth
global health
public health
physical activity
social media