eHealth Lifestyle Interventions for Vulnerable Pregnant Women
Author Information
Author(s): Mavragani Amaryllis, Pimprikar Arya, Villarino Resti Tito, Smit Ashley JP, Al-Dhahir Isra, Schiphof-Godart Lieke, Breeman Linda D, Evers Andrea WM, Joosten Koen FM
Primary Institution: Erasmus Medical Center
Hypothesis
This review aimed to identify the strategies used in the design, reach, use, and implementation phases of eHealth lifestyle interventions for vulnerable pregnant women.
Conclusion
The review highlights specific barriers and facilitators in the development of eHealth lifestyle interventions for vulnerable pregnant women.
Supporting Evidence
- 3904 records were identified, with 29 meeting inclusion criteria.
- Interventions were primarily delivered through apps and targeted multiple lifestyle components.
- Barriers included financial aspects and technological challenges.
- Facilitators included stakeholder collaboration and adherence to clinical guidelines.
Takeaway
This study looked at how to help pregnant women who might struggle to stay healthy by using apps and online tools, and it found ways to make these tools better.
Methodology
A scoping review was conducted, searching databases for studies on eHealth interventions for vulnerable pregnant women focusing on lifestyle components.
Potential Biases
Publication bias may exist as articles about failed interventions are less likely to be published.
Limitations
Limited reporting on the impact of strategies used and barriers encountered hinders complete identification of facilitators and barriers.
Participant Demographics
The included studies targeted vulnerable pregnant women, often defined by socioeconomic status, ethnicity, and age.
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