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? If you want your question answered, please leave your message on speakpipe to be chosen for Dr Pat to answer: https://www.speakpipe.com/growmybaby  LINKS  Join our pregnancy and birth course  Join our getting pregnancy course  Instagram  @thekickpregnancypodcast Facebook @growmybabydoctor See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.