Summary:
In people at risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), especially with overweight or obesity,
a preconception lifestyle intervention initiated before and continued throughout pregnancy
significantly improved neonatal body composition and birth outcomes compared to standard care without the lifestyle intervention, though it was associated with no reported significant adverse side effects.
| PICO | Description |
|---|---|
| Population | People at risk of gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM), predominantly with overweight or obesity, enrolled prior to conception. |
| Intervention | Structured preconception lifestyle intervention focusing on diet and physical activity, initiated before conception and continued throughout pregnancy. |
| Comparison | Standard care without specific lifestyle intervention during preconception or pregnancy periods. |
| Outcome | Improved neonatal outcomes including reduced adiposity and healthier birth-related measures at birth and 6-8 weeks of age; no significant adverse side effects reported. |
Source: Md Abu Jafar Sujan, et al. “Neonatal Outcomes Following a Preconception Lifestyle Intervention in People at Risk of Gestational Diabetes: Secondary Findings from the BEFORE THE BEGINNING Randomized Controlled Trial.” Read article here.
