From 6abc.com
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New research is firing up the debate over how much weight gain is OK during pregnancy. And the standard advice on how many pounds a woman should put on may need to be changed.
A Harvard University study found that women who gained more than the recommended amount had a greater chance of babies that will be overweight as toddlers.
But even the moms who followed the current guidelines had a greater chance of having an overweight toddler.
The guidelines recommend differing amounts of weight gain, depending how much a woman weighs before pregnancy.
Those with a “normal” Body Mass Index are encouraged to gain 25 to 35 pounds.
Those with a higher BMI, meaning they are heavier at a given height, are encouraged to gain less weight.
The researchers say it’s too early to tell whether women should gain less than the standard, because that increases the risks of a low birthweight baby.
That poses health risks to the baby.
So for now, stick to your doctor’s advice.
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