The Impact of Obesity on Childbirth Expectations.
Tamara A MesserFabienne BlankJean Anthony Grand-Guillaume-PerrenoudEvelyne M AubryPublished in: Journal of midwifery & women's health (2024)
Women living with obesity exhibited significantly lower childbirth expectations compared with other women, impacting birth outcomes and satisfaction. Midwife involvement correlated with more positive expectations, emphasizing their role in improving women's realistic expectations and fostering well-being. Enhanced accessibility to models of care with midwifery continuity may be a crucial factor in promoting positive expectations among women living with obesity.
Keyphrases
- polycystic ovary syndrome
- insulin resistance
- pregnancy outcomes
- metabolic syndrome
- weight loss
- type diabetes
- weight gain
- high fat diet induced
- healthcare
- cervical cancer screening
- breast cancer risk
- adipose tissue
- pregnant women
- body mass index
- quality improvement
- health insurance
- glycemic control
- affordable care act