Objective. To determine a precise estimate for the contribution of maternal obesity to
macrosomia. Data Sources. The search strategy included database searches in 2011 of …

Objective Although a higher maternal body mass index is associated with preterm birth, it is
unclear whether excess gestational weight gain (GWG) or obesity drives increased risk. We …

The intestinal microbiome is a unique ecosystem that influences metabolism in humans.
Experimental evidence indicates that intestinal microbiota can transfer an obese phenotype …

Background: Studies suggest that arsenic exposure influences birth outcomes; however,
findings are mixed. Objective: We assessed in utero arsenic exposure in relation to birth …

Objective: Maternal obesity, usually associated with the adverse birth outcomes, has been a
serious public health concern. Studies examining its effect on the physical and cognitive …

Background Gestational weight gain differs according to pre-pregnancy body mass index
and is related to the risks of adverse maternal and child health outcomes. Gestational weight …

Leptin, an adipocyte-derived hormone, plays an important role in reproduction and
angiogenesis. Studies examining leptin in preeclampsia are inconsistent, possibly because …

Objective: Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) affects 0.3–3% of pregnant women and is a
leading cause of hospitalization in early pregnancy. The aim of the study was to investigate …

Background Self‐reported weight prior to pregnancy is prone to error. We utilised a
measured pre‐conceptional weight from the electronic health record (EHR) to investigate …

Although maternal nutrition has an impact on fetal development and gestational outcome,
tracking maternal nutrition in outpatient practice is still complex and involves proper …