Philips publishes new scientific review to highlight the potential of digital lifestyle interventions to support healthy weight gain in pregnancy

Jan 27, 2026 | 2 minute read

Philips has published a new peer-reviewed study in the Journal of Medical Internet Research, giving fresh insights into how digital lifestyle interventions combined with care-as-usual and non-digital elements, can help support healthy gestational weight gain (GWG) during pregnancy.

The scoping review, Digital Lifestyle Interventions to Support Healthy Gestational Weight Gain, analyzes the design, content, and behavior-change strategies (BCTs) programs aimed at promoting healthier pregnancy outcomes, including mobile and web-based elements.

Healthy GWG plays a key role in both maternal and infant health. Excessive weight gain during pregnancy is linked to increased risks such as gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, and complications during birth. The review highlights how digital tools may offer scalable and accessible support for women throughout their pregnancy journey.

In reviewing the existing evidence, the review helps inform the next generation of digital health tools, contributing to healthier pregnancies and long-term well-being.

- Lucie Duracher, Maternal and Infant Health Science Lead, Mother and Child Care at Philips

“We know that digital health is reshaping how people access care and offers new ways to improve health outcomes at different life stages. The Philips Avent Pregnancy+ app is a leading example of how we can empower pregnant women and families with personalized health guidance. In reviewing the existing evidence, the review helps inform the next generation of digital health tools, contributing to healthier pregnancies and long-term well-being” explains Lucie Duracher, Maternal and Infant Health Science Lead, Mother and Child Care at Philips.

Key findings from the review:

Growing landscape of digital support – A broad range of digital interventions was identified, delivered through mobile apps, online platforms, and hybrid care models.
Common features and techniques – Many programs incorporated self-monitoring, goal setting, personalized feedback, and educational content – behavior-change techniques shown to support lasting lifestyle changes.
Need for stronger evidence base – The review calls for more consistent evaluation methods to better understand which digital approaches are most effective.
Guidance for future innovation – The findings offer direction for researchers, clinicians, and developers working to create maternal-health solutions that are effective, user-centered, and accessible.

About the publication
Title: Digital Lifestyle Interventions to Support Healthy Gestational Weight Gain: Scoping Review
Journal: Journal of Medical Internet Research
Authors: Renée A. Otte, Lucie Duracher, Ozge Demir, Hanne A. A. Spelt
Published: November 14, 2025
DOI: 10.2196/71548
Full text: Read the full publication