The design of a community lifestyle programme to improve the physical and psychological well-being of pregnant women with a BMI of 30 kg/m²or more

• Main Authors: Chmiel Catherine (Author), Gething Jane (Author), Taylor Wendy (Author), Sibley Colin (Author), Whitworth Melissa (Author), Smith Debbie M (Author), Lavender Tina (Author)
• Format: Book
• Published: BMC, 2010-05-01T00:00:00Z.
• Subjects: article
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Obesity is a global public health issue. Having a BMI of 30 kg/m²or more (classifying a person as obese) at the start of pregnancy is a significant risk factor for maternal and fetal morbidity. There is a dear...