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Partner supported physical activity in the pre- and postnatal period: A scoping review
1
Zealand University Hospital, Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Roskilde, Denmark
2
NSR hospitals, PROgrez Research and Implementation unit, Slagelse, Denmark
3
Zealand University Hospital, Department of Children and Adolescent, Roskilde, Denmark
Eur J Midwifery 2026;10(Supplement 1):A645
ABSTRACT
BACKGROUND:
Physical activity (PA) during the pre- and postnatal periods is internationally recommended due to its well documented health benefits. However, many women experience numerous barriers to engagement in PA during this life stage. Partner support is suggested as a potential facilitator that may help women overcome these challenges. Providing an overview of the existing evidence on attitudes toward partner support along with key enablers, barriers, and support components is essential to address knowledge gaps, inform future research and guide effective, evidence-based practice aimed at improving physical and mental health in the perinatal period.
OBJECTIVES:
To systematically explore and map knowledge on partner supported PA in the pre- and postnatal periods and identify key themes, gaps, and directions for future research and practice.
METHODS:
This scoping review is conducted in accordance with the JBI methodology for scoping reviews and involves knowledge end-users in selected elements of the process based on the ACTIVE framework for user-involvement in research. The review includes quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods study designs, literature reviews and grey literature published in English, addressing partner support in romantic relationships regardless of age, sex, ethnicities, physical capabilities and pregnancy complications with the aim of increasing PA, as defined by WHO, within the context of pregnancy and one year postnatally. No publication date limitations were used
RESULTS:
The search was initiated in January 2025. Data extraction has been completed and analysis is currently underway. Our final results will be available in fall 2025.
CONCLUSIONS:
This review will offer a comprehensive synthesis of current evidence on partner support for PA in the perinatal period.
KEY MESSAGE:
Partner support may be a critical yet underexplored factor in promoting PA during the perinatal period. The findings of this review will contribute to inclusive, health promoting strategies in maternity care and address a gap in the existing literature. Poster session 2 (Group A)
Physical activity (PA) during the pre- and postnatal periods is internationally recommended due to its well documented health benefits. However, many women experience numerous barriers to engagement in PA during this life stage. Partner support is suggested as a potential facilitator that may help women overcome these challenges. Providing an overview of the existing evidence on attitudes toward partner support along with key enablers, barriers, and support components is essential to address knowledge gaps, inform future research and guide effective, evidence-based practice aimed at improving physical and mental health in the perinatal period.
OBJECTIVES:
To systematically explore and map knowledge on partner supported PA in the pre- and postnatal periods and identify key themes, gaps, and directions for future research and practice.
METHODS:
This scoping review is conducted in accordance with the JBI methodology for scoping reviews and involves knowledge end-users in selected elements of the process based on the ACTIVE framework for user-involvement in research. The review includes quantitative, qualitative and mixed methods study designs, literature reviews and grey literature published in English, addressing partner support in romantic relationships regardless of age, sex, ethnicities, physical capabilities and pregnancy complications with the aim of increasing PA, as defined by WHO, within the context of pregnancy and one year postnatally. No publication date limitations were used
RESULTS:
The search was initiated in January 2025. Data extraction has been completed and analysis is currently underway. Our final results will be available in fall 2025.
CONCLUSIONS:
This review will offer a comprehensive synthesis of current evidence on partner support for PA in the perinatal period.
KEY MESSAGE:
Partner support may be a critical yet underexplored factor in promoting PA during the perinatal period. The findings of this review will contribute to inclusive, health promoting strategies in maternity care and address a gap in the existing literature. Poster session 2 (Group A)
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