Mothers’ Weight Before and During Pregnancy Affects Baby’s Weight

Mothers’ Weight Before and During Pregnancy Affects Baby’s Weight


Mothers’ Weight Before and During Pregnancy Affects Baby’s Weight

Posted: 31 Jan 2012 07:38 AM PST


A new study published in the journal Acta Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica (AOGS) reveals that both pre-pregnant weight (body mass index, BMI) and weight gain in pregnancy are important predictors of babies' birthweight. This is important since high birthweight may also predict adult overweight. Researchers led by Unni Mette Stamnes Koepp of the Department of...

[[ This is a content summary only. Visit my website for full links, other content, and more! ]]

0 Response to "Mothers’ Weight Before and During Pregnancy Affects Baby’s Weight"

Post a Comment