Preeclampsia (PE) is a complication of pregnancy characterized by hypertension (HTN-
Preg), and often proteinuria. If not managed promptly, PE could lead to eclampsia and …

Background Self-care behaviors during pregnancy significantly impacts mother and
children's health. This study aimed to explore the self-care behaviors and the associations of …

Background: Gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) and its complications are major concerns
because of the negative effects of GDM during antenatal period and on the future health of …

Objective To ascertain the relationship between prelacteal feeding, early formula feeding
and adverse health outcomes, especially hospitalisation during the first year of life. Design …

Aims To assess the association between physical activity (PA) during pregnancy and the
prevalence of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) accounting for sitting time. Methods The …

Caesarean delivery rates are increasing in many Asian countries. This study investigated
the effects of caesarean section on breastfeeding practices from delivery to twelve months …

Background The prevalence of maternal overweight and obesity is increasing in Asia. This
study prospectively investigated the association between pre-pregnancy body mass index …

Background: Several diagnostic criteria for gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM) have been
developed and used internationally. This study estimated the prevalence of GDM and …

Physical activity is important for health, but little is known about associations between
physical activity during pregnancy and breastfeeding. The aim of this study was to …

After delivery, mothers are encouraged to increase physical activity (PA) gradually to
regulate body weight; however, data on PA in relation to postpartum weight retention …