Prehabilitation for Infertility, Pregnancy, and the Postpartum Period

This chapter explores the application of prehabilitation principles to impaired fertility, pregnancy, childbirth, and the postpartum period. It emphasizes the importance of lifestyle modifications before, during, and after pregnancy to optimize maternal and fetal health outcomes. The chapter covers various aspects including: Throughout, the chapter emphasizes the importance of a multidisciplinary approach involving obstetricians, midwives, physical therapists, nutritionists, and other healthcare professionals. It highlights how the principles of prehabilitation can be applied to improve maternal health, fetal outcomes, and postpartum recovery, potentially leading to healthier families and societies. The chapter concludes that pregnancy offers a unique opportunity for healthcare providers to promote lasting lifestyle changes, given the high motivation of patients and frequent medical contact during this period.