Abstract :
Maternal body dimensions are first determinants of neonate biometrics; predominantly their birth weight and length, which are closely related to perinatal morbidity and mortality(1), it was known that mother’s nutritional status is also known to be a key indicator of infant’s body dimensions and its early growth features. Birth weight and length are clearly related to mother’s nutritional (2) and anthropometric factors(3)
Keyword :
Anthropometry, birthweight,BMI, MUAC, Height, Weight, LSCS(Lower Segment Caeserian Section), LBW (Low Birth Weight).