Patterned physical growth of the foetus depends heavily on maternal diet and weight ... for how a baby grows and develops into itself. Controlling maternal weight gain during the initial pregnancy ...

A baby might not be gaining weight due to poor latching, low milk production, food allergies, or rapid growth and development. If the weight does not increase for a long time, the pediatrician may ...

Fetuses of pregnant people who gained excess weight in the first trimester of pregnancy show signs of excess fat distribution in the upper arm and in the abdomen, according to a new study. These ...

A poor diet during pregnancy increases the mother’s risk of having a pre-term birth, gestational diabetes, high blood ...

These findings may inform efforts to prevent excessive weight gain early in life, a risk factor for adult obesity and related conditions, such as heart disease, high blood pressure and diabetes.