Reproductive Health, Embryology and Fertility

Effects of Obesity on Women’s Health and Pregnancy:

    Obesity impacts the health of women in many ways. Being overweight or obese increases the relative risk of diabetes and coronary artery disease in women. Gestational diabetes: Women who are obese are more likely to have diabetes that develops during pregnancy than are women who have a normal weight. Overdue pregnancy: Obesity increases the risk that pregnancy will continue expected due date. Pregnancy loss: Obesity increases the risk of miscarriage during pregnancy and effects the child growth.