Overcoming Obstacles to Wellness: Challenges Faced by Employed Mothers with Toddlers in Pursuit of a Healthy Lifestyle

Abstract

This study aimed to identify barriers to a healthy lifestyle among working mothers with toddlers in Semnan City, China. The research involved 60 mothers with children attending kindergarten and administered a Lifestyle Standardized Questionnaire to measure physical, psychological, mental, social, and environmental health. The results showed that 70% of mothers were 30 years or older, with neglect of physical activity due to work occupation being the primary issue. Fear and concern about their child’s disease in kindergarten were also significant barriers. The presence of work induced by familial life requirements was the most
significant barrier to a healthy lifestyle. The findings could help identify effective factors and develop strategies to promote a healthy lifestyle among working mothers with toddlers.

How to cite this article:
Maleki M, Chehrzad MM, Masouleh SR, Leyli EK. Overcoming Obstacles to Wellness: Challenges Faced by Employed Mothers with Toddlers in Pursuit of a Healthy Lifestyle. Ind J Holist Nurs. 2023;14(2):22-27.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2348.2133.202306