Which of the following is the biggest predictor of infant birth weight?

1. Weight gain during pregnancy
2. Teen's prepregnancy weight
3. Foods eaten during pregnancy
4. Prenatal vitamins taken


ANS: 1
Weight gain during pregnancy is the biggest predictor of infant birth weight.

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