Moms in motion: weight loss intervention for postpartum mothers after gestational diabetes: a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Up to 50 % of women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) will receive a diagnosis of type 2 diabetes mellitus (T2DM) within a decade after pregnancy. While excess postpartum weight retention exacerbates T2DM risk, lifestyle changes and behavior modifications can promote healthy postpartum weight loss and contribute to T2DM prevention efforts. However, some women have difficulty prioritizing self-care during this life stage. Efficacious interventions that women can balance with motherhood to reduce T2DM risk remain a goal. The objective of the Moms in Motion study is to evaluate the efficacy of a simple, novel, activity-boosting intervention using ankle weights worn with daily activities during a 6-month postpartum intervention among women with GDM. We hypothesize tha

SUBMITTER: Stith BJ 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8240610 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature