Large Babies Born to Diabetic Mothers are at High Obesity Risk

Large for gestational age (LGA) babies born to diabetic mothers are at a higher risk of becoming overweight or obese during childhood.

Large babies at high risk of obesity. Large babies born to mothers with diabetes are at higher obesity risk. Obesity can be prevented in large babies by proper preventive methods.

Large Babies Born to Diabetic Mothers are at High Obesity Risk

Large for gestational age (LGA) babies born to mothers with diabetes are at a higher risk of becoming overweight or obese during childhood, compared to AGA babies. Obesity in LGA babies can be prevented by suitable preventive strategies. Read More

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