This research attempts to correlate weight gain with outcomes...and imply a cause/effect relationship that is not proven! Fat women are treated differently, and are often pushed towards C-sections irregardless of medical necessity. Before Guidelines are deemed outdated, and needing change, further research into c-section rates, nutrition, prenatal care and medical prejudice need to be included.
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