Topic 2: Mums Weight Gain

Pregnancy weight gain

Pregnancy weight gain

Getting Pregnant
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Aug 19, 2024
1 min

There are many things you can do to prepare for the delivery of a healthy baby. One of the most important things is eating right to gain the extra weight you’ll need to support another life.

There are many things you can do to prepare for the delivery of a healthy baby. One of the most important things is eating right to gain the extra weight you’ll need to support another life. Your healthcare professional will keep a close eye on your weight gain during your pregnancy to make sure it’s in the recommended range. You can also discuss the benefits of building physical actvity into your daily routine, and decide on appropriate activities based on your pre-pregnancy lifestyle.

Recommended weight gain during pregnancy

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