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During pregnancy, the issue of weight is always a concern, but it does not imply that one should be on a crash diet or weight loss program during pregnancy. Rather, it is the idea of putting on the correct amount of weight, adequate to nourish your infant and at the same time maintain your health as well.
So, what does healthy weight gain entail, and when can weight loss be suggested (but in scarce instances and with medical supervision)?
Why Weight Gain Is Important During Pregnancy
Your body grows as your baby grows. This additional weight takes the burden of:
- The baby
- Placenta
- Amniotic fluid
- The larger blood volume
- Breast tissue
- Breastfeeding reserves of fat
Failing to gain sufficient weight may lead to low birth weight, and an excess of this may lead to high birth weight, gestational diabetes, high blood pressure, and difficulties during delivery.
How Much Weight Should You Gain?
This is based on your pre-pregnancy BMI (Body Mass Index):
| BMI Category | Recommended Weight Gain |
| Underweight (BMI <18.5) | 12.5–18 kg (28–40 lbs) |
| Normal weight (18.5–24.9) | 11.5–16 kg (25–35 lbs) |
| Overweight (25–29.9) | 7–11.5 kg (15–25 lbs) |
| Obese (BMI ≥30) | 5–9 kg (11–20 lbs) |
Your physician will advise you depending on your health profile and baby’s development.
Can You Lose Weight During Pregnancy?
Overall, there are no positive recommendations regarding intended weight loss during pregnancy. But, in case you were heavily overweight prior to conception, your physician can recommend:
- Strict control over weight gain: Managing weight gain
- Modifying your eating to more wholesome habits
- Light sports such as walking or prenatal yoga
In some cases, obese women tend to lose weight during the first trimester of pregnancy due to nausea or better eating habits. This is alright provided the baby is growing well.
Healthy Weight Management Tips
- Consume healthful food (fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, whole grains)
- Stay away from empty calories (sweet treats, soda, chips)
- Be physically active with exercises recommended by the doctor
- Eat light and balanced meals to control hunger and sugar levels in the blood
- Stay hydrated
Keep in mind that you are not supposed to think about restriction, but nourishment.
Monitor Your Weight Regularly
The weight will be monitored by your doctor during every prenatal visit. In case the weight gain exceeds the level of the desired rate, your regimen may be changed. At Mannat Fertility, we monitor the health of the woman and the unborn baby to make sure that all is in the right direction.
Final Thoughts
Pregnancy is not concerned with the weight of an individual; rather, it is concerned with the health of the mother and the fetus. And with the proper diet, encouragement and follow-up, your weight gain can be just right in line.
Need some pregnancy weight or nutrition questions answered? Allow Mannat Fertility to assist you with the best advice and patient-centred services, to stay healthy during the pregnancy and worry-free.
