. Pregnancy challenges for women with PCOS can include:
- Increased risk of miscarriage: Women with PCOS may have a higher risk of miscarriage compared to women without the condition.
- Higher risk of gestational diabetes: PCOS is associated with insulin resistance, which can increase the risk of developing gestational diabetes during pregnancy.
- Increased risk of preeclampsia: This is a serious condition that can affect blood pressure and cause swelling.
- Increased risk of preterm birth: Women with PCOS may be more likely to deliver their babies early.
- Larger babies: Babies born to mothers with PCOS may be larger than average, which can increase the risk of complications during delivery.
- Difficulty losing weight after pregnancy: PCOS can make it more difficult to lose weight after pregnancy.
It’s important for women with PCOS who are pregnant to receive close prenatal care and monitoring to address these potential challenges.
