New mothers can reduce postpartum depression risk by 45% with 80 minutes of weekly exercise.

A study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine reveals that new mothers can lower their risk of postpartum depression by 45% through at least 80 minutes of moderate exercise weekly. Analyzing data from 35 studies with over 4,000 women across 14 countries, the research indicates that starting exercise within 12 weeks of childbirth enhances benefits. Gentle activities, like walking, are recommended as initial steps, progressing to more intense workouts as recovery allows.

November 08, 2024
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