Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3916484 | Early Human Development | 2016 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
Fetal movements, which include body and breathing movement, are important indicators of fetal well-being and nervous system development. These have been shown to be affected by intrauterine conditions. While maternal physical activity does induce a change in intrauterine conditions and physiology, its impact on fetal movements is still unclear. This paper will provide a brief review of the literature and outline the current knowledge with regards to the effects of maternal exercise on fetal body and breathing movements.
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Authors
Dafna Sussman, Stephen J. Lye, Greg D. Wells,