Abstract Objectives To develop Australian guidelines on physical activity/exercise during
pregnancy and the postpartum period. Design Critical 'umbrella'reviews of the scientific …

Background Physical activity (PA) is a fluctuating behavior and prone to change across the
life course. Changes in PA may be particularly due to the experience of life events and …

Physical activity is known to decline during pregnancy and the postnatal period, yet physical
activity is recommended during this time due to the significant health benefits for mothers …

Background Postpartum weight retention increases the risk of long-term overweight and
obesity and associated comorbidities. Healthy eating and physical activity are important …

Physical exercise should be part of an active lifestyle during pregnancy and the puerperium,
as shown by growing evidence on its benefits for the health of pregnant women and …

Background Most pregnant women do not reach the recommendation for physical activity
(PA). As a subcategory of PA, exercise is also essential. Evidence on pregnant women's …

Objective: Longitudinal changes in physical activity (PA) and sedentary behavior patterns
from preconception to postpartum are not fully characterized. We examined changes and …

Abstract Issue Addressed Supporting healthy behaviours (quality diet, physical activity,
sleep) through home‐based interventions is feasible to improve postnatal mental health …

Objective This study aimed to examine the associations between knowledge, social support,
and physical activity and explore the mediating role of physical activity self-efficacy in …

Background: Antenatal exercise is crucial in promoting pregnant women's health and well-
being. However, no research in Libya examined the knowledge, attitudes, and practices of …