Dr. John Murphy:

I am trying to remember all the questions but I may need to be reminded of some. Deputy Naughten asked why the rate is slightly higher among babies weighing more than 4,500g. The numbers are very small but the babies concerned are very big and I suspect it may be related to diabetes.

The obesity epidemic is causing significant problems in terms of diabetes, particularly gestational diabetes, and could well be a factor. For women with a high BMI, labour is more difficult and that may also be a factor. A high BMI is a warning sign and a real concern for obstetricians is women with a high BMI when they become pregnant.

A question was asked about what happens after the baby goes home.