Relationship between maternal body composition during pregnancy and infant's birth weight in Nairobi informal settlements, Kenya.

Milkah Njeri Wanjohi Irene A Ogada Frederick Murunga Wekesah Christopher Khayeka-Wandabwa Elizabeth W Kimani-Murage

Published in: BMJ nutrition, prevention & health (2020)

Non-fat components of the body (TBW and FFM) have a positive association with birth weight. Therefore, interventions to improve optimal maternal feeding practices, to enhance optimal gains in FFM and TBW during pregnancy are recommended, especially among young mothers.

Keyphrases

birth weight
body composition
gestational age
weight gain
resistance training
bone mineral density
primary care
healthcare
adipose tissue
body mass index
physical activity
preterm birth
middle aged
postmenopausal women
weight loss
high intensity