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Postpartum Metabolic Health

Meaning

The physiological state of the body’s energy regulation and biochemical balance in the period immediately following childbirth, encompassing the recovery and transition of insulin sensitivity, lipid profiles, and body composition back to the pre-pregnancy or long-term baseline. This period is a critical window for assessing and intervening in a woman’s long-term risk for developing metabolic diseases, especially if she experienced gestational diabetes or preeclampsia. Optimal postpartum metabolic health is essential for both maternal well-being and future health outcomes.