The document provides recommendations for healthy weight gain during pregnancy based on pre-pregnancy Body Mass Index (BMI). For a normal BMI of 18.5-24.9, the recommended weight gain is 11-16 kilograms. The majority of weight gain during a normal pregnancy is due to increases in the uterus, breasts, blood volume, water retention, and fat stores to support the health of the mother and growing fetus. Total recommended maternal weight gain is 11.5-16 kilograms on average.
The document provides recommendations for healthy weight gain during pregnancy based on pre-pregnancy Body Mass Index (BMI). For a normal BMI of 18.5-24.9, the recommended weight gain is 11-16 kilograms. The majority of weight gain during a normal pregnancy is due to increases in the uterus, breasts, blood volume, water retention, and fat stores to support the health of the mother and growing fetus. Total recommended maternal weight gain is 11.5-16 kilograms on average.
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The document provides recommendations for healthy weight gain during pregnancy based on pre-pregnancy Body Mass Index (BMI). For a normal BMI of 18.5-24.9, the recommended weight gain is 11-16 kilograms. The majority of weight gain during a normal pregnancy is due to increases in the uterus, breasts, blood volume, water retention, and fat stores to support the health of the mother and growing fetus. Total recommended maternal weight gain is 11.5-16 kilograms on average.
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