SMF webinar series: Physical activity in pregnancy

8 July 2025, 1.00PM - 2.00PM

Webinar

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Overview

The webinar will explore the topic of physical activity (PA) in pregnancy and ways to increase knowledge and confidence on the subject. The webinar is hosted by the SMF and is open to all to attend.

Areas to be covered include:

  • The benefits of physical activity in pregnancy.
  • PA levels in pregnancy and the current national PA guidelines for pregnancy
  • The available evidence-based resources available

 

Why attend

  1. Gain a greater understanding on the benefits of physical activity in pregnancy
  2. Increase knowledge and confidence in discussing physical activity with women during pregnancy
  3. Signposting to up-to-date evidence and resources on active pregnancies

 

Speakers

Dr Marlize De Vivo, CEO & Co-Founder, Active Pregnancy Foundation

Dr Medbh Hillyard, Queen’s University Belfast and The Active Pregnancy Foundation

 

MIDIRS search packs

  • P14 Exercise and sport in pregnancy
  • P50 Aquanatal exercise

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