Gestational Obesity by

w1603182 — 2025-03-04 02:22:32 UTC

Gestational obesity is a condition where a woman has a BMI (body mass index) of 30 or higher during pregnancy

w1603182 — 2025-03-04 02:27:17 UTC

Women experiencing gestational Obesity are at a higher risk of:

-Gestational Diabetes

-Preeclampsia

-Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage)

-Preterm labor

-Cesarean delivery

Offspring is also at risk of:

-Obesity

-Hypertension

-Diabetes

w1603182 — 2025-03-04 02:33:56 UTC

Gestational Obesity is a critical risk for women and babies in the first and third trimester. While it is understood that some women are already considered obese before being pregnant and some women become obese during pregnancy, it is important to incorporate better eating habits and exercising moderately to stay at a healthy weight to decrease other potential risks during pregnancy.

w1603182 — 2025-03-04 02:37:37 UTC

To spread awareness, I am posting my campaign on social media, at colleges and planned Parenthood. My campaign will not come down on women, but uplift and encourage a healthier lifestyle.

w1603182 — 2025-03-04 02:43:23 UTC

A healthier lifestyle is a win for not only mothers, but for their offspring too! I encourage fathers and friends of the mommy to be to also be supportive and encourage her to get extra steps in (especially in the third trimesters) and to make sure she is drinking enough water and eating enough protein, fruits and vegetables.

It is not easy to fight those cravings and as a mom you can still have and indulge in the cravings, BUT not every day. DO what is best for YOU and YOUR baby.