# Pregnancy Weight Gain Tracker MCP for AI Agents AI Agent Connect > Pregnancy Weight Gain Tracker lets your AI agent manage maternal health data using Institute of Medicine (IOM) standards. It calculates expected weight gains based on pre-pregnancy BMI, monitors weekly progress, and identifies deviations from healthy trends. It's built for clinical accuracy in maternal health tracking. ## Overview - **Category:** health - **Price:** Free - **Endpoint:** https://edge.vinkius.com/vk_preview_ZGBwtntG5fJjpak0pr1cIAXuPlJ7OJXA899gfKnh/ai-agent-connect - **Tags:** pregnancy, maternal-health, weight-tracking, iom-guidelines, bmi ## Description Managing weight gain during pregnancy isn't just about the number on the scale. It's about following specific clinical guidelines to ensure both the parent and the baby stay healthy. If you're a healthcare provider or a parent tracking these numbers, you know how easy it is to lose track of the ideal trajectory as the weeks go by. This Connector takes the math out of the equation. Instead of digging through charts or using old-school calculators, your agent can now pull the correct Institute of Medicine (IOM) standards instantly. It looks at where someone started before pregnancy and figures out exactly what the target looks like for the current week. It also watches the pace of gain, spotting when things are moving too fast or staying flat for too long. It turns raw numbers into a clear picture of health. By adding this to your setup through the Vinkius catalog, you get a reliable way to monitor maternal progress without the manual overhead. It's about getting clear answers on whether a weight trend is staying on track or needs a closer look from a professional. You can ask your agent to tell you exactly how many pounds a patient should have gained by week 30, or have it flag a week where the velocity jumped too high. It removes the guesswork from maternal health tracking and replaces it with data-backed insights that actually matter for clinical outcomes. ## Tools ### analyze_weekly_velocity This tool looks at recent weight changes to find rapid fluctuations or stagnation. It's useful for spotting health risks that might be missed by looking at total weight alone. ### get_bmi_recommendations This tool pulls the official IOM weight targets based on a user's pre-pregnancy BMI. It helps you establish the correct clinical baseline for the entire pregnancy. ### calculate_gain_deviation This tool compares the user's current weight against their projected ideal weight. It tells you exactly how far off the current trajectory is from the goal. ## Prompt Examples **Prompt:** ``` What are my recommended weight gain targets for a pre-pregnancy BMI of 26.5? ``` **Response:** ``` Based on a pre-pregnancy BMI of 26.5, here is your clinical target: * **Category:** Overweight * **Recommended Gain:** 15 to 25 pounds This range is based on standard Institute of Medicine (IOM) guidelines. ``` **Prompt:** ``` I am at week 20 and my current weight is 160 lbs. My pre-pregnancy weight was 140 lbs and BMI was 23. How am I doing? ``` **Response:** ``` Here is your current status at week 20: * **Total Gain:** 20 lbs * **Expected Gain:** ~14.5 lbs * **Status:** You are currently **5.5 lbs above** the ideal trajectory for your weight category. It might be worth discussing this trend with your provider. ``` **Prompt:** ``` Check if my recent weight gain is healthy: last week I was 158 lbs and this week I am 160 lbs at week 24. ``` **Response:** ``` Your recent weight trend: * **Weekly Velocity:** 2.0 lbs/week * **Healthy Range:** 0.5 to 1.0 lbs/week **Note:** Your current velocity is outside the standard healthy range for the second and third trimesters. You should monitor this closely. ``` ## Capabilities ### Retrieve IOM weight targets Get standardized weight gain goals based on pre-pregnancy BMI categories. ### Compare weight progress See how current weight compares against the projected ideal trajectory. ### Identify rapid fluctuations Detect if weekly weight changes are moving too fast or staying too flat. ### Determine BMI category goals Get specific weight targets for different weight categories like Normal or Overweight. ### Monitor weekly velocity Track the pace of weight gain to ensure it stays within healthy clinical ranges. ## Use Cases ### Clinical patient checkup A midwife wants to check a patient's status. They ask the agent to see if the patient's 20lb gain at week 20 is on track for their BMI. ### Rapid weight spike alert A parent is worried about a 3lb jump in a week. They ask the agent to analyze the weekly velocity to see if it's within the healthy range. ### Standardizing clinic advice A clinic wants to standardize advice. They use the tool to get the specific IOM weight targets for a patient with a BMI of 27. ### Monthly health review A health coach wants to review a month of data. The agent compares current progress against the ideal trajectory to highlight any deviations. ## Benefits - Get accurate IOM targets instantly using `get_bmi_recommendations` so you don't have to reference manual charts. - Spot potential health risks earlier by using `analyze_weekly_velocity` to catch rapid fluctuations. - See exactly how far off a trend is from the goal with `calculate_gain_deviation` for clear progress tracking. - Save time on manual calculations by letting your agent handle the math for different BMI categories. - Improve patient safety by providing data-backed insights into healthy weight trajectories. ## How It Works The bottom line is that it automates the complex math of maternal weight tracking against clinical standards. 1. Provide the agent with the pre-pregnancy BMI and the current gestational week. 2. The agent pulls the relevant IOM standards and compares them against current weight data. 3. You get a clear breakdown of target ranges and any deviations from the plan. ## Frequently Asked Questions **How does the Pregnancy Weight Gain Tracker help with maternal health?** It automates the tracking of weight gain against official clinical standards. This helps ensure that weight trends stay within healthy ranges for both the parent and the baby. **Can I use the Pregnancy Weight Gain Tracker to see if my weight gain is too fast?** Yes, the tool analyzes your weekly velocity. It compares your recent weight changes against healthy clinical ranges to help identify rapid fluctuations. **What standards does the Pregnancy Weight Gain Tracker use?** It uses the Institute of Medicine (IOM) standards. These are clinical-grade guidelines used to determine healthy weight gain targets based on pre-pregnancy BMI. **Is the Pregnancy Weight Gain Tracker good for clinical settings?** Yes, it is designed for clinical-grade monitoring. It helps healthcare providers quickly see if a patient's weight progress is deviating from the ideal trajectory. **How does the Pregnancy Weight Gain Tracker calculate my targets?** It takes your pre-pregnancy BMI and compares it against IOM standards to give you a specific weight gain goal for your current gestational week. **How does the tool determine weight targets?** The `get_bmi_recommendations` tool uses your pre-pregnancy BMI to identify your category (Underweight, Normal, Overweight, or Obese) and provides the specific weight gain range recommended by IOM. **Can I track my weekly rate of gain?** Yes, the `analyze_weekly_velocity` tool compares your previous and current weight to calculate pounds gained per week and checks if it falls within the healthy 0.5-1 lb/week range. **What happens if my weight gain is outside the expected range?** The `calculate_gain_deviation` tool calculates exactly how many pounds you are above or below the projected ideal weight for your current gestational week.