Background: Preterm birth is a major global health issue, associated with increased neonatal morbidity and mortality. Mothers of preterm infants face unique challenges, particularly with regard to lactation, due to the complexities of preterm neonatal care. Social support has been recognized as a factor in promoting successful breastfeeding, especially in vulnerable groups such as mothers of preterm infants.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFAlthough postpartum sexual problems are common, there is a poor understanding of the underlying influencing factors and the impact of the infant feeding method on the mother's sexual life. A cross-sectional control study was conducted with a group of 253 women during their postpartum period. This study aimed to investigate the effects of different infant feeding methods on female sexual life after childbirth.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFThere has been a dramatic worldwide increase in the prevalence of obesity or overweight and physical inactivity in women of reproductive age. Growing evidence suggests that pre-pregnancy maternal abnormal body mass index (BMI) and lower physical activity level are associated with poor maternal health and perinatal outcomes. The aim of this study was to assess how self-perceived exercise and pre-pregnancy BMI are associated with preterm birth, low birth weight, and type of birth.
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