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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According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, women who have a healthy BMI (body mass index) before pregnancy, like Gabrielle, should aim to gain between 25 and 35 pounds during pregnancy. This healthy weight gain is necessary to support the growth and development of the baby, as well as to provide adequate energy stores for breastfeeding. Gaining too little weight can increase the risk of having a low birth weight baby, while gaining too much weight can increase the risk of complications such as gestational diabetes and preeclampsia. Therefore, the recommended weight gain range for Gabrielle is 25 to 35 pounds.

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