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Abstract

Pregnancy is an opportune time to adopt healthy behaviors. Healthcare professionals from diverse disciplines play a crucial role in educating pregnant women on an active lifestyle. As a trusted source of information, they can promote physical activity and behavioral change during and beyond pregnancy. Consequently, they can increase well-being, reduce the risk of complications during the perinatal period and lower the rate of noncommunicable diseases in the future. Meaningful learning environments can support students in identifying with their role as future promoters of physical activity, understanding social determinants of health, and providing personalized counseling in physical activity. This chapter focuses on educational strategies (using the examples of women-centered education programs in Switzerland) and digital health to empower future healthcare professionals in the promotion of physical activity during the perinatal period.

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