Patterns and predictors of gestational weight gain in Addis Ababa, Central Ethiopia: a prospective cohort study

Plain language summary Pregnant women are expected to gain weight due to various biological changes. Gaining inadequate or excessive weight during pregnancy poses a health risk to the mother and baby. Inadequate weight gain is a public health concern in low-income countries, including Ethiopia. This...

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Main Authors: Fekede Asefa, Allison Cummins, Yadeta Dessie, Maralyn Foureur, Andrew Hayen
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2021-07-01
Series:Reproductive Health
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s12978-021-01202-y