Table 1

Variables associated with overweight at the stepwise logistic regression analysis

VariableValueOR (95% CI)P value
Geographical area of residenceNorth/centre1<0.001
South1.58 (1.29 to 1.94)
Employment statusEmployed10.004
Unemployed1.36 (1.11 to 1.67)
Pre-pregnancy BMIUnderweight0.55 (0.36 to 0.86)0.008
Normal1 
Overweight1.05 (0.85 to 1.32)0.64
Baby-led weaningYes10.009
No1.43 (1.12 to 1.83)
Infant appetite*Poor0.27 (0.14 to 0.53)0.0001
Normal1–
Big3.92 (2.40 to 6.40)<0.001
  • *Infant appetite as perceived by the parents.

  • BMI, body mass index.