Ethnic differences in physical activity participation when managing gestational diabetes mellitus: a mixed-methods study comparing ethnic Chinese migrants and Australian women

Physical activity is a key component in gestational diabetes mellitus management to optimise glycaemic control and reduce adverse pregnancy outcomes. However, inadequate physical activity during pregnancy is common. Underpinned by a woman-centred pregnancy care model, appropriate strategies targeting patients' cultural needs may facilitate physical activity participation. Ethnic Chinese migrants have a four-fold higher risk of gestational diabetes mellitus than the Australian Caucasian host population. To identify potentially effective disease management strategies to improve physical activity participation, understanding and comparing ethnic Chinese migrants' and Caucasian women's views will provide insights into developing an end-user-informed intervention.