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The Impact Of Exercise On Pregnant Women Aged 18-40 And Fetal Development, Jinisha Patwa
The Impact Of Exercise On Pregnant Women Aged 18-40 And Fetal Development, Jinisha Patwa
Rowan-Virtua Research Day
68% of those who performed minimum level exercise prior to pregnancy stopped completely during early pregnancy.
Women stop exercising during pregnancy due to worries about the impact it may have on the development of the fetus.
Starting moderate-intensity, weight-bearing exercise early in pregnancy increases placental growth rate and volume.
Exercise reduces the risks of excess gestational weight gain and high maternal body weight before pregnancy.
Physical exercise reduces the risk of gestational diabetes mellitus.
The Role Of Primary Care Physicians In Post-Partum Depression (Ppd), Elizabeth Bowman
The Role Of Primary Care Physicians In Post-Partum Depression (Ppd), Elizabeth Bowman
Rowan-Virtua Research Day
Background
- Symptoms of depression lasting longer than 2 weeks following birth
- 10-15% of new mothers affected yet 50% of cases go undiagnosed
- Long-lasting consequences for the mother, baby, and father
- Multi-factorial condition
Conclusion
- Primary care providers are the first-line defense against PPD
- Many providers are resistant to PPD screenings
- Interventions from primary care providers are effective