If a woman gains too much weight during her pregnancy, the following options apply:
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she may have difficulty losing weight after delivery.
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she has an increased risk of delivery complications.
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the food cravings she experiences during pregnancy may not disappear.
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she may not be able to successfully breastfeed her infant.
All of these statements can be potential implications of excessive weight gain during pregnancy, although the extent to which they apply can vary from individual to individual.