How do Maternal Pre-existing Conditions Affect Neonates?
Maternal pre-existing conditions, such as diabetes, hypertension, and autoimmune disorders, can contribute to complications during pregnancy and delivery, resulting in neonatal disorders. For instance, maternal diabetes can lead to macrosomia (large-for-gestational-age infants) and hypoglycemia in the newborn, while hypertension can result in preterm birth and low birth weight.
