Weight development from childhood to motherhood-embodied experiences in women with pre-pregnancy obesity: a qualitative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pre-pregnancy obesity increases the risk of perinatal complications. Post-pregnancy is a time of preparation for the next pregnancy and lifestyle advice in antenatal care and postpartum follow-up is therefore recommended. However, behavioral changes are difficult to achieve, and a better understanding of pregnant women's perspectives and experiences of pre-pregnancy weight development is crucial.

Methods

We used a qualitative design and conducted semi-structured interviews with 14 women in Norway with pre-pregnancy obesity 3-12 months postpartum. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis.

Results

Four themes addressing women's experiences and understanding of their weight development were generated: (1) Unmet essential needs, (2) Genetic predisposition for

SUBMITTER: Sandsæter HL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10826130 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature