Calculate the baseline before interpreting gain
BMI is calculated from pre-pregnancy weight and height. That category is then used to select a reference range for total pregnancy weight gain.
Look at the trend, not one measurement
Hydration, measurement time, clothing, and normal short-term variation can change one reading. Use measurements taken under similar conditions and discuss the trajectory at prenatal visits.
Know what the calculator does not assess
The estimate does not assess fetal growth, fluid retention, nutrition adequacy, pregnancy complications, or personal medical history. Sudden changes or concerning symptoms need clinical review.
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