Can You Have a Healthy Pregnancy With a High BMI?

A healthy pregnancy with a high BMI is possible with closer monitoring and timely medical care. A BMI of 25 or above is classified as overweight, and 30 or above as obese, and both raise the risk of conditions such as gestational diabetes, gestational hypertension, and preeclampsia. These conditions can lead to a larger baby and a higher chance of caesarean birth. However, most complications linked to high BMI are manageable when picked up early through regular antenatal visits, blood sugar checks, and blood pressure monitoring.