Midwives' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Professional Practices Regarding Prenatal Physical Activity.

ABSTRACT: Background/Objectives: Prenatal physical activity (PA) offers numerous health benefits for both the mother and her child, yet few pregnant women are sufficiently active enough to obtain these benefits. Midwives play an important role in promoting prenatal PA. However, little is known about the content of the information they share with their clients regarding prenatal PA, how they communicate it, and the personal factors that might influence their counseling. In the context of prenatal PA guidance, the aim of this study was to describe the knowledge, attitudes, professional practices, and communication methods used by midwives. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study was conducted between February and June 2024 among midwives working in the Province of Quebec. An electro

SUBMITTER: Brunet-Page E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11899359 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Mar

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature