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5 Months Pregnant: Managing Healthy Pregnancy Weight Gain with Gleneagles Hospital
Last updated: Monday, December 13, 2021 | 2 min reading time
For some mums-to-be, pregnancy weight gain is a concern. Gaining less or more weight can lead to complications. For example, too much weight gain may increase your risk of gestational diabetes. While there is no one-size-fits-all guideline for pregnancy weight gain, there are factors that can help you. Our doctors tell you more about healthy weight gain, and when to be concerned.
Tip of the Month
From the second trimester onwards, use a pillow for support as you sleep on your side.
– Dr Lee Keen Whye, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist at Gleneagles Hospital
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