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Pregnancy and obesity: Know the risks
Could obesity affect my ability to get pregnant?
How might obesity affect my pregnancy?
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What's considered obese?
Could having a high BMI affect my ability to get pregnant?
How might a high BMI affect my pregnancy?
How could obesity affect my baby?
How much weight should I gain during pregnancy?
Will I need specialized care during pregnancy?
What steps can I take to promote a healthy pregnancy?
Could having a high BMI affect my ability to get pregnant?
Having a high BMI can harm your fertility by inhibiting normal ovulation. Even in women who regularly ovulate, the higher the BMI, the longer it appears to take to become pregnant. Some research also suggests that as your BMI increases, so does the risk of unsuccessful in vitro fertilization (IVF).
