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Obese mothers 'risk spina bifida'

Mothers-to-be who are obese are more likely to have a baby with spina bifida, researchers say. Ref. Source 1

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I think they need to do more research on this. This blanket statement like this while there is not a large number or cases of defects can cause some unneeded stress in mothers who may be somewhat over weight.

I believe there is another factor in the links that they need to research upon. The fact they state in this article more research is needed proves that point.