Yes, of course. There are many complications for women who are obese and pregnant, that's why it is so important for them particularly to eat healthy so the baby can also be healthy. Since women tend to put on weight during pregnancy, this group is at risk.
Very obese women should lose weight during pregnancy for a healthy baby. Very obese women should actually lose weight during pregnancy in order to have a healthy baby, contrary to current recommendations, according to a new study. The researchers behind the study say the current guidelines for weight gain in pregnancy should be adjusted for better outcomes in underweight and very obese women and their babies. Source 1t.