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Accuracy of maternal perception by weight status of self and child.
| Correct normal weight | Correct obese | Incorrect normal weight∗ (actually obese) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| n (%) | n (%) | n (%) | |
| Mother's perception of her own weight status | 104 (20%) | 282 (53%) | 140 (26%) |
| Mother's perception of child's weight status | 277 (52%) | 60 (11%) | 191 (36%) |
∗Mother's misperception: she perceives her child to be normal weight when the child is actually obese by anthropometric measurements.
