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The purpose of this brief is to explore beliefs about health and body weight in young perinatal women. Thirty-two women were interviewed. Findings point to the importance of young women receiving education related to physical activity, nutrition, and the link between these components and a healthy weight during reproductive years.
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Huberty, J., Meendering, J., Balluff, M. et al. Healthy Weight in Young Perinatal Women: Exploring Beliefs. Matern Child Health J 14, 918–921 (2010). https://doi.org/10.1007/s10995-009-0537-3
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