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Weight-shaming from loved ones during pregnancy can hinder healthy habits

Criticism about their weight from their loved ones—partners, family, and friends—may make it harder for women to stay active and eat well…

Source Medical Xpress AI Summary Updated May 28, 2026

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Criticism about their weight from their loved ones—partners, family, and friends—may make it harder for women to stay active and eat well during pregnancy and after giving birth, a University of Alberta study shows. Surveys of 463 women showed that 85% of them felt the sting of weight stigma during pregnancy from the people closest to them, and 74% experien…

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