Preconception and pregnancy preparation specialties and peculiarities: gut microbiome and obesity

Abstract

Pregnancy is a time of rapid weight gain. According to the recommendations, weight gain during pregnancy should be between 5 and 18 kg, depending on the woman's prepregnancy body mass index (BMI). Studies show that many women gain 2-5 kg after each subsequent pregnancy. Therefore, pregnancy and the postpartum period can be important times to prevent or treat overweight or obesity systematically. Approaches to weight management during pregnancy and the early postpartum period vary in intensity and methodology. Most of them include diet and/or exercise in different formats: online, offline or via mobile apps. It is not yet known which aspects of the intervention or which combination is most effective. However, prenatal behavioural interventions can be an important opportunity to prevent obesity at this stage of life through the woman's ongoing contact with her doctor. It should be noted that the recommended ranges of gestational higher the risks during pregnancy.