Maternal Obesity and Newborn Health
Maternal obesity casts a shadow over global health, leaving an indelible mark on the well-being of newborns. Alterations in Intrauterine Environment Maternal obesity during pregnancy disrupts the intrauterine environment, leaving a lasting impact on fetal development and programming. This disturbance sets the stage for metabolic dysregulation in infants, predisposing them to enduring health complications such as insulin resistance , diabetes , and cardiovascular diseases . Epigenetic Modifications Emerging evidence suggests that maternal obesity triggers epigenetic modifications in offspring. These alterations sway gene expression patterns, shaping various physiological processes. The repercussions span a lifetime, increasing the vulnerability of newborns to obesity, metabolic disorders , and even neurodevelopmental abnormalities. ALSO READ: - Obesity Is A Risk Factor For Stillbirth In Pregnancy, Study Finds - Is Itching During Pregnancy Related To Liver Disease? - New Research Re