By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

• Describe key maternal and fetal risks associated with obesity in pregnancy using current evidence, while distinguishing modifiable from non-modifiable risk factors.

• Apply patient-centered, non-stigmatizing language and counseling strategies to improve trust, engagement, and shared decision-making with pregnant patients affected by obesity.

• Identify evidence-based interventions across the preconception, antenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum periods that support improved pregnancy outcomes.

• Recognize the role of multidisciplinary collaboration—including obstetrics, nursing, public health, nutrition, and behavioral health—in optimizing care for pregnant patients with obesity.