For the best pregnancy outcome, overweight women (BMI > 26 to 29) should ________.

A. gain about 15 to 25 pounds during pregnancy
B. not gain any weight during pregnancy
C. gain slightly more weight than women who begin pregnancy at a healthy weight
D. lose at least 4 or 5 pounds during pregnancy


Answer: A

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