Factors Associated With Gestational Weight Gain Among Nurses in Korea
Summary
Gestational weight gain risk factors for Korean nurses include pre-pregnancy BMI, overtime, age, and fatigue. Healthcare providers should consider these when educating pregnant nurses.
Area of Science:
- Maternal Health
- Occupational Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Gestational weight gain (GWG) is critical for maternal and infant health.
- Inadequate or excessive GWG is linked to adverse outcomes.
- Understanding risk factors in specific populations, like nurses, is essential.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify risk factors for inadequate and excessive GWG among Korean nurses.
- To inform targeted interventions for pregnant nurses.
Main Methods:
- Secondary analysis of the Korea Nurses' Health Study (2014-2023).
- Included 296 nurses who gave birth in the past year.
- Used Institute of Medicine guidelines for GWG categorization and logistic regression analysis.
Main Results:
- 40.2% had inadequate GWG, 36.1% adequate, and 23.7% excessive.
- Pre-pregnancy BMI and overtime hours were significant factors.
- Increased age correlated with decreased odds of excessive GWG (OR=0.89).
- Higher fatigue levels increased odds of excessive GWG (OR=1.08).
Conclusions:
- Pre-pregnancy BMI, overtime, age, and fatigue are key factors influencing GWG in pregnant nurses.
- Findings may apply to similar working women globally.
- Integrate GWG information into prenatal education and counseling for pregnant women.
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