In a single pregnancy, it is recommended not to gain more than one kilogram per month of gestation, although it is usual to gain approximately 10-12 kilos. In the case of multiple pregnancies, the average weight gained by the pregnant woman is between 12 and 17 kilos.
In any case, it will depend on each woman and each situation. It is important to listen to advice from a doctor and specialists in gestational nutrition to avoid excessive weight gain that can lead to complications during pregnancy and childbirth.
Read the full article on: Risks associated with multiple pregnancy for the mother and babies ( 69).
Andrea Rodrigo
B.Sc., M.Sc.
Bachelor's Degree in Biotechnology from the Polytechnic University of Valencia. Master's Degree in Biotechnology of Human Assisted Reproduction from the University of Valencia along with the Valencian Infertility Institute (IVI). Postgraduate course in Medical Genetics.
