Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
Nutrition Through The Life Cycle
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ISBN: 9781337919333
Author: Brown, Judith E.
Publisher: Cengage Learning,
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To determine: A goal for Person S for weekly weight gain provided that the total pregnancy gain at the midpoint of the recommended range for weight gain in twin pregnancy is to be achieved.

Introduction: In multi fetal pregnancy, weight gain and nutritional factors are important factors in determining the health of the mother. According to the Institute of Medicine, provisional weight gain during twin pregnancies is as follows:

Current weight status of womanWeight gain (in kg)
Normal weight17-25
Overweight14-23
Obese11-19

Weight gain in twin pregnancy is a positive indicator of increased birth weight.

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