Implementation of the New Institute of Medicine Gestational Weight Gain Guidelines

Citation

Siega-Riz, Anna Maria; Deierlein, Andrea L.; & Stuebe, Alison M. (2010). Implementation of the New Institute of Medicine Gestational Weight Gain Guidelines. Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health, 55(6), 512-519.

Abstract

In May 2009, the Institute of Medicine (IOM) introduced revised gestational weight gain guidelines that were based on balancing the benefits and risks of weight gain for both the mother and child's health. This article provides an overview of these new recommendations, explaining the key changes made from the previous 1990 IOM recommendations. The important role of health care providers of pregnant women in the implementation of the new recommendations is detailed, and specific guidance for troubleshooting issues that may be encountered when helping women achieve appropriate gestational weight gains is provided.

URL

http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.jmwh.2010.04.001

Reference Type

Journal Article

Year Published

2010

Journal Title

Journal of Midwifery & Women's Health

Author(s)

Siega-Riz, Anna Maria
Deierlein, Andrea L.
Stuebe, Alison M.

ORCiD

Siega-Riz - 0000-0002-1303-4248
Deierlein - 0000-0002-2731-4080