Move More to Control Weight Gain During Pregnancy: Study

Most pregnant women don't get enough physical activity throughout the day to prevent excess weight gain, a new study finds. If a woman gains too much weight during pregnancy, it increases her risk for complications such as preeclampsia (high blood pressure and excess protein in the urine) and for obesity after delivery, and also ups the baby's risk for childhood obesity. Along with helping control weight, regular physical activity can help reduce back pain, boost energy levels and reduce insomnia. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/news/fullstory_140031.html