Prenatal multiple micronutrient supplementation is associated with improved maternal gestational weight gain: A prospective longitudinal study in Parepare, Indonesia.

ABSTRACT:

Objective

The aim of the present study was to assess the association between prenatal multiple micronutrient supplementation (MMS) intake levels and gestational weight gain (GWG) recommendations in pregnant women in Indonesia.

Methods

We performed a population-based prospective cohort data collection during the rollout of MMS supplementation in Parepare, Indonesia. A total of 1216 pregnant women were enrolled and followed up until after delivery. Data on pre-pregnancy weight, height, and maternal parity were collected, as well as the starting trimester of MMS consumption and total number of tablets consumed. Weight measurements were performed at enrollment and in the late third trimester. The threshold applied for MMS adherence was ≥90 tablets. The Institute of Medicine 2009

SUBMITTER: Battung SM 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12724044 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature