Current situation of weight retention of postpartum women and its management strategy

Women's weight changes rapidly during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum period, which could cause excess body fat accumulation. Postpartum weight retention(PPWR) not only contributes to present and long-term obesity occurrence,but also increases non-communicable diseases risk along life course, even affects the next pregnancy. This article systematically reviewed the trends and related factors of PPWR, as well as the postpartum weight management strategy and approaches, which would provide scientific clues for guideline development of postpartum weight management.