61. Why is BMI even a thing in pregnancy?

This week we answered a listener's question wanting to know whether she should be concerned about being overweight in pregnancy.

In this episode you will learn:

• What is BMI
• When is it measured in pregnancy?
• Recommended weight gain in pregnancy
• What complications might occur if someone has a high or low BMI
• Does having a BMI change pregnancy and labour management?

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