All-Ireland Event Aims to Improve Physical Activity Guidance for Women During Preconception, Pregnancy, and Postpartum (blogs.bmj.com)

• Event funded by Health Research Board, hosted at Ulster University, aims to improve PA guidance for women in Ireland.
• Research shows women want individualised, consistent, evidence-informed advice, but fear-based narratives dominate.
• Goals include improving professional confidence, reducing inconsistent advice, and supporting postpartum return to activity.

"A Health Research Board-funded event at Ulster University, Northern Ireland, will bring together stakeholders to develop evidence-informed, individualised physical activity support for women across the island of Ireland during preconception, pregnancy, and postpartum. The initiative aims to replace fear-based narratives with consistent, empowering guidance, addressing identified gaps in professional confidence and knowledge."