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flag A global study reveals most pregnant women gain too much or too little weight, raising health risks, prompting updated WHO guidelines.

flag A global study of 1.6 million women finds that two-thirds of pregnancies involve gestational weight gain outside recommended levels, increasing risks for mothers and babies. flag Only 32% stayed within healthy ranges, with 45% gaining too much and 23% too little. flag Both extremes were linked to complications like preterm birth, cesarean delivery, and neonatal intensive care admission. flag Outdated guidelines, based on data from predominantly white, high-income populations, are being revised by the World Health Organization to reflect modern, diverse global realities. flag Researchers urge individualized care and public health strategies to improve maternal and infant outcomes.

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