Open AccessPostpartum Metabolism: How Does It Change from Pregnancy and What are the Potential Implications?
Author(s) -
Rachel A. Tinius,
Kristin Yoho,
Maire M. Blankenship,
Jill M. Maples
Publication year - 2021
Publication title -
international journal of women's health
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 1.136
H-Index - 45
ISSN - 1179-1411
DOI - 10.2147/ijwh.s314469
Subject(s) - pregnancy , metabolism , obstetrics , medicine , biology , endocrinology , genetics
Metabolic dysfunction after pregnancy may have serious consequences for a new mother. The purpose of the study was to characterize basic changes that occur in metabolic profiles from late pregnancy through 4-6 months postpartum. A secondary purpose was to determine metabolic factors that may be contributing to postpartum weight retention.