
A woman in New York gave birth to a healthy baby weighing 5.9 kilograms (about 13 pounds), nearly twice the average newborn weight. The infant is already wearing clothes and diapers for 3- to 6-month-olds. This condition, known as fetal macrosomia, can increase delivery risks and is linked to factors like maternal diabetes and obesity. Experts advise regular prenatal checkups and monitoring to manage potential complications associated with high birth weight.
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