Which of the following is a feature of being overweight and pregnant?

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Being overweight during pregnancy increases the risk of complications, including the need for caesarian section delivery.

Answer: D 
 Being overweight during pregnancy increases the risk of birthing a small-for-gestational age infant. Other risks include gestational diabetes, preeclampsia, and preterm birth.

Note: A, C, and E are incorrect. Overweight women may have an increased risk of folate-related neural tube defects, but there is no definitive evidence to support this claim. Overweight women are actually more likely to carry twins to term than underweight women. Lastly, overweight and obese women are at increased risk of developing gestational hypertension.

Which of the Following Is a Feature of Being Overweight