Weight Gain During Pregnancy
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Weight gain during pregnancy refers to the increase in weight that a woman experiences over the course of gestation, a natural and necessary process for the development of the baby that is a good idea to keep within healthy ranges.
Why does it matter? An adequate gain favors the health of the mother and the baby; both a very low increase and an excessive one can be associated with complications.
Factors that influence it: pre-pregnancy weight, nutrition, physical activity, and whether one or more babies are expected.
Who provides guidance on this? The dietitian and the clinical dietitian accompany the expectant mother with a balanced eating plan according to each stage. If you have questions about your weight gain in pregnancy, the ideal thing is to discuss them with a professional who can guide you in a personalized way and in coordination with your prenatal care.
Data on 388 doctors who treat weight gain during pregnancy
Which specialist treats weight gain during pregnancy?
Weight gain during pregnancy should be monitored by a nutritionist, ideally one specialized in clinical nutrition, who helps maintain healthy weight gain for both mother and baby. If you notice very rapid or insufficient weight gain, consult this specialist. You can find nutritionists near you through our directory.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in weight gain during pregnancy
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Jetro Osorio
Dr. Nayeli Solis Argüelles
Dr. María de Lourdes Verde hoyos
Dr. Evelin Flores
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Juan David García Romero
Dr. Daniel García Sánchez Mejorada
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Frida Larrache Campos
Dr. Venus Xochiquetzal Villalobos Hernández
Dr. Elizabeth Bautista López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Emmanuel Hernández Sánchez
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Brisa Vega Castellanos
Dr. Gimena Soledad Liberman Estévez
Dr. Miriam Nava Castillo
Dr. Daniel Ivan Aquino
Frequently asked questions
What is weight gain during pregnancy?
Weight gain during pregnancy refers to the increase in weight that a woman experiences over the course of gestation, a natural and necessary process for the development of the baby that is a good idea to keep within healthy ranges.
Which doctor treats weight gain during pregnancy?
Weight gain during pregnancy should be monitored by a nutritionist, ideally one specialized in clinical nutrition, who helps maintain healthy weight gain for both mother and baby. If you notice very rapid or insufficient weight gain, consult this specialist. You can find nutritionists near you through our directory.