Many factors play a role in determining the appropriate weight gain in pregnancy. Some of these factors include:
However, please remember that you should carry your doctor along in whatever steps you plan on taking.
All the weight you gain does not just go to the baby. The whole distribution is as follows:
Appropriate weight gain for single pregnancies is different from a mother with multiple pregnancies.
For mothers with a single-mother pregnancy
Pre-pregnancy weight Recommended weight gain
Underweight (BMI<15) 13 to 18 kg
Normal weight (BMI 18.5 to 24.9) 11 to 16 kg
Overweight (BMI 25 to 29.9) 7 to 11kg
Obesity (BMI>30) 5 to 9 kg
Source: Institute of Medicine and National Research Council
For mothers carrying twins or more
Pre-pregnancy weight Recommended weight gain
Normal weight (BMI 18.5 to 24.9) 17 to 25 kg
Overweight (BMI 25 to 29.9) 14 to 23 kg
Obesity (BMI>30) 11 to 19 kg
Source: Institute of Medicine and National Research Council
Being underweight before/during pregnancy increases the chance of your baby also being underweight. Being overweight before/during pregnancy increases the chance of gestational diabetes, preeclampsia and a bigger-than-average baby (macrosomia). You might also need a Caesarian section to deliver the baby.
As your pregnancy progresses, your doctor would closely monitoring the baby’s growth, your weight and may recommend measures as appropriate. If needed, please also consult a dietitian for the best combination of meals that would suit you and the baby.
Also, after the pregnancy, see a dietician to help you with the right strategies to lose your baby weight.
Colleen De Bellefonds; 26/06/2020; https://www.whattoexpect.com/pregnancy/weight-gain/
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