Obesity in mothers doubles the risk of autism, ADHD, and behavioural disorders in their babies. Dr Bereket Duko notes that maternal obesity is linked with psychiatric and developmental issues in children, alongside adverse birth outcomes like preterm delivery and macrosomia. "It's important we acknowledge the potential long-term consequences of maternal adiposity on child mental health," he said.
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