Babies Getting Bigger In Australian State

Babies are getting bigger in New South Wales, Australia. That is certainly no good news but a matter of concern, stress experts.

The study, published in the Medical Journal of Australia, examined the birth weight of 1 million babies born in the state over a 16-year period.

Risk Factors for Developing Gestational Diabetes
There are several risk factors that predispose a woman to develop gestational diabetes. Such candidates must be closely monitored during pregnancy.

It found there was a significant increase in babies weighing four kilograms or more at birth, with one in six boys and one in 10 girls falling into that category.

Researcher from Sydney's Royal North Shore Hospital, Doctor Ruth Hadfield, says while the increase in birth weights is largely unexplained, it could be linked to a rise in gestational diabetes among mothers.

Studies have shown that it occurs in 4% of all pregnancies

Pregnant Women With Gestational Diabetes Mellitus on the Rise
Prevalence of diabetes is increasing globally and this includes pregnant women with gestational diabetes mellitus (GDM).

and is considered as one of the most common metabolic disorders affecting pregnant women.

Dr.Hadfield says that in such cases, there can be possible implications for the infant's health, including the risk of developing asthma, type one diabetes and some cancers.

Overweight During Pregnancy Nearly Doubles Risk of Having Fat Baby
Women who gain more than 40 pounds (18 kg) during their pregnancies are nearly twice as likely to have a heavy baby, suggests a new study.

Dr Hadfield says more research into the issue is needed, ABC News reported.

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