Gaining Pounds Between Pregnancies May Cause Health Problems

Gaining Pounds Between Pregnancies May Cause Health Problems

If you’re planning a secondchild, it’s important to maintaina healthy weight betweenpregnancies. One study showedthat a weight gain of only about7 pounds could raise your risk ofdeveloping high blood pressureor gestational diabetes in yoursecond pregnancy. And, a gainof about 18 pounds may meana 60% higher risk for stillbirth.Talk with your doctor about yourdiet and exercise habits so youcan reach and maintain a healthyweight. It’s good for you andyour next baby.

Lancet, Vol. 368, No. 9542

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