Gabrielle is due to give birth to a boy in March. Before she became pregnant, Gabrielle weighed 140 pounds, which was in the healthy range for her height. Based on this information, her physician will recommend that she gain ______ pounds during her pregnancy.

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The recommended weight gain during pregnancy can vary based on the pre-pregnancy weight of the mother. In this case, Gabrielle had a healthy pre-pregnancy weight, so her physician would recommend a weight gain of 25 to 35 pounds during pregnancy. This range ensures that the baby is receiving proper nutrition and that Gabrielle is gaining enough weight to support the pregnancy but not so much as to create health problems for both her and her baby.

Gabrielle Is Due to Give Birth to a Boy in March