Exploring body dissatisfaction in pregnancy and the association with gestational weight gain, obesity, and weight stigma.

Objective: Body dissatisfaction in pregnancy has been associated with negative psychological maternal outcomes, including increased risk of postpartum depression. This study aimed to explore weight-related factors that influence body dissatisfaction in pregnancy, including gestational weight gain (GWG), weight stigma, obesity, and weight loss attempts before pregnancy.

Design: Secondary analysis of a larger cross-sectional study.