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Pregnancy is an important and difficult time in every woman's life. Another soul develops in his body. Taking care of her along with her own health is no less challenging for a woman. Usually, women gain weight during pregnancy. But do you know why this is happening? If not, then in this article we will provide you with detailed information on this topic.

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Weight gain during pregnancy is due to the weight of the baby in the body. Generally, when a woman gives birth to twins, her weight increases by 15-20 kg. Also, in this condition, there is an unexpected growth in the breasts, placenta, and uterus of the woman, due to which extra blood and other fluids enter the body. This is also one of the reasons why a woman gains weight during pregnancy. Usually, the weight of a woman increases by 12-16 kg.

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In the first three months of pregnancy, no significant weight gain may be observed. But after that, there is always an opportunity to increase the weight by a quarter or 1 kg every week. Excessive weight gain during pregnancy can cause problems for both the mother and the baby.