Commentary – The increasing use of medication in postpartum weight loss and its effect on physically active leisure

Corliss Bean; Iris A. Lesser

doi:10.1080/14927713.2026.2704500

July 27, 2026Leisure/Loisir

Commentary – The increasing use of medication in postpartum weight loss and its effect on physically active leisure

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The commentary addresses the effects of postpartum weight loss medication on women's physical and mental well-being.
Discussion of postpartum medication trends
Analysis of physically active leisure importance
Consideration of maternal well-being implications
Increased medication use for postpartum weight loss is noted.
Potential impacts on women's engagement in physically active leisure are discussed.
The need for a supportive framework for maternal care is highlighted.

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Commentary discusses how postpartum weight loss medications impact physically active leisure in women post-birth, suggesting a need for support in maternal care.

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After the birth of a child, women are often faced with disruption in their physical and mental well-being. Essential to supporting maternal care is physically active leisure (PAL) – any physical mo...

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