Read on! A considerate weight gain during pregnancy is important for your health and the development of the little one in your womb. A woman who enjoys a normal weight should gain 25 to 35 pounds during pregnancy. Underweight women should gain 28 to 40 pounds while overweight women should gain only 15 to 25 pounds during pregnancy 1. So, if you were overweight already, try to keep a close tab on your weight gain during these nine months.
Despite aiming at gaining less weight, your pregnancy diet plan must comprise of all the essential nutrients and minerals, for proper nourishment of your baby. During pregnancy, you are bound to gain weight due to numerous factors that include the following:. If you need to keep an eye on the weighing scale while expecting, you must cut down on your unhealthy calorie consumption.
By including nutrient-rich and low-calorie foods, you can remain healthy and disease-free. Setting goals with others can make it easier for you to reach your goals. For example, you could try preparing healthy meals and exercising with family and friends. Many women find tracking their progress can motivate them to make healthier choices about eating and exercise during pregnancy.
Your doctor or midwife can recommend some online resources or smartphone apps. Body mass index BMI identifies healthy, overweight and obese weight ranges. Your BMI is based on your weight and height. You can use a simple BMI calculator to find out which weight category you fall into. Healthy weight gain during pregnancy Your recommended weight gain range for pregnancy will depend on what your BMI was before you became pregnant.
For women whose BMI is very high over 40 , many doctors say they should gain less than 5 kg in pregnancy. Some overweight and obese women will lose weight in pregnancy too. Checking your weight during pregnancy If you start pregnancy above a healthy weight range, your weight should be checked at each antenatal appointment.
Many overweight women have healthy pregnancies and babies. But there are health risks linked with being overweight or obese in pregnancy. This will give you more energy to care for your new baby. Breastfeed Breastfeeding combined with a healthy diet can help with weight loss after birth because it burns extra calories.
Breastmilk is all your baby needs up until around six months. In the early weeks after birth, you can begin by just walking with your baby in a pram, baby carrier or sling.
You could also join a community-run or private weight loss group or use a gym that offers child care. Many early childhood centres run free walking or exercise groups for new mothers. Problems for your baby can include being born early before 37 weeks , and an increased chance of stillbirth.
There is also a higher chance of your baby having a health condition, such as a neural tube defect like spina bifida. Although the chances of these problems increase if you are obese, most pregnancies will result in a healthy baby. You can find out more in a leaflet from the Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists : Being overweight in pregnancy and after birth. Page last reviewed: 20 January Next review due: 20 January Home Pregnancy Pregnancy-related conditions Existing health conditions Back to Existing health conditions.
Obesity and pregnancy. Your weight during pregnancy If you are obese usually defined as having a BMI of 30 or above and pregnant, do not try to lose weight during your pregnancy. Eating and exercise It's important to eat a healthy, balanced diet and do some physical activity every day.
Your care in pregnancy If you are obese in pregnancy, you'll be offered a test for gestational diabetes. Possible problems if you're overweight in pregnancy Being overweight increases the chance of complications for you and your baby. The increasing chances are in relation to: miscarriage gestational diabetes high blood pressure and pre-eclampsia blood clots the baby's shoulder becoming "stuck" during labour The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists has more information about shoulder dystocia heavier bleeding than normal after the birth You are also more likely to need an instrumental delivery forceps or ventouse , or an emergency caesarean section.
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