The 5As of Healthy Pregnancy Weight Gain
Friday, August 1, 2014
Yesterday, the Canadian Obesity Network released the 5As of Healthy Pregnancy Weight Gain.
This follows the release of the 5As of Obesity Management (adults) and the 5As of Pediatric Weight Management.
The 5As of Health Pregnancy Weight Gain, was developed by a working group of nurses, midwives, primary care physicians, obstetricians, researchers and policy makers convened by the Network.
It is based on the best available evidence on this topic and is intended to help primary care practitioners discuss and manage gestational weight with their patients.
The 5As of Healthy Pregnancy Weight Gain is based on the following 5 key principles:
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Discussion about gestational weight gain should occur with every pregnant women and with every woman planning a pregnancy.
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Achieving healthy gestational weight gain is about improving the health and well-being of both mothers and babies.
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Early action means addressing root causes and removing roadblocks.
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Pregnancy related health beliefs can be powerful influences on weight gain in pregnancy.
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Achieving goals is different for every woman.
The 5As of Health Pregnancy Weight Gain can be downloaded here – pdf – ppt
@DrSharma
Edmonton, AB
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