Rate of gestational weight gain trajectory is associated with adverse pregnancy outcomes.

Heng Yaw YongZalilah Mohd ShariffGeeta AppannahZulida RejaliBarakatun Nisak Mohd YusofJacques BindelsYvonne Yee Siang TeeEline M van der Beek

Published in: Public health nutrition (2020)

Higher GWG as well as increasing GWG trajectories was associated with higher risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes. Promoting GWG within the recommended range should be emphasised in antenatal care to prevent the risk of adverse pregnancy outcomes.

Keyphrases

pregnancy outcomes
weight gain
pregnant women
body mass index
birth weight
healthcare
palliative care
depressive symptoms
adverse drug
weight loss
preterm birth
pain management