Mothers' weight before and during pregnancy affects baby's weight

Tuesday, December 13, 2011 - 12:31 in Psychology & Sociology

Both pre-pregnant weight (body mass index) and weight gain in pregnancy are important predictors of babies' birthweight. This is important since high birthweight may also predict adult overweight.

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