Bibliographic information
GuidelineWHO guidelines on physical activity and sedentary behaviour
Year of Publication2020
Issuing InstitutionWorld Health Organization
Recommendation
Maintained
Originally developed
It is recommended that all pregnant and postpartum women without contraindication should: incorporate a variety of aerobic and muscle-strengthening activities. Adding gentle stretching may also be beneficial.
Recommended in favor
Strong
Certainty of evidence
Moderate
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Guideline
WHO recommendations on maternal and newborn care for a positive postnatal experience.
Year2022
InstitutionWorld Health Organization