Poids maternel et grossesse

During pregnancy, the underweight and the ideal body weight mothers tend to gain the most body weight with the contrary true for the overweight and obese mothers. However, various factors including ethnicity and lifestyle determine the amount of weight gained by mothers during pregnancy. Low maternal body mass index is associated with preterm birth and low birth weight and the delivery units should have appropriate neonatal support services. Obesity in pregnancy significantly increases the risk of maternal and fetal complications. Maternal units should be suitably staffed and equipped to deal with increased number of obese parturients. Pre-procedure ultrasound facilitates regional anaesthesia in obese parturients facilitating a safe delivery of the baby. Sepsis remains the leading cause of direct maternal deaths and prophylactic antibiotics should be administered as per local policies.