Abera BedadaEyerusalem Mengistu2025-08-072025-08-072024-10-23https://etd.aau.edu.et/handle/123456789/6217GWG refers to the weight gained from beginning of pregnancy until delivery. It is crucial for the wellbeing of the mother & the fetus & inadequate weight gain can pose significant risks to both. Inadequate weight gain is linked with LBW & premature delivery. Excessive weight gain is associated with macrosomia & cesarean section among other complications. Therefore, weight monitoring in pregnancy is an essential aspect of preventive care during pregnancyen-USPattern of weight gainPre-pregnancy weightBMIThesis