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Paternal weight prior to conception and infant birthweight: a prospective cohort study

R. Retnakaran, S. W. Wen, et al.

This study highlights the significant influence of pre-pregnancy weight on infant birthweight, focusing on the roles of both maternal and paternal BMI. Conducted by a team of experts including Ravi Retnakaran and Shi Wu Wen, the findings reveal that maternal weight is a stronger predictor for large-for-gestational-age infants, emphasizing the importance of healthy maternal BMI for newborn health.... show more

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