Smita Raje Smita Raje Asked 7 months ago

How much weight are you supposed to gain during pregnancy?

I'm pregnant with my first child, and I'm a bit worried about gaining too much or too little weight. My mother keeps telling me to eat for two, but my doctor said to watch my weight. What is a healthy weight gain range during pregnancy?

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Priya Shah Priya Shah Joined Apr 2026 6 months ago
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Pregnancy mein weight gain ka budget bhi banana padta hai, not just for food, but also for checkups. My doctor said it depends on your pre-pregnancy BMI. For most, 11-16 kg is normal. But it's not about how much, it's about healthy gain. Don't overspend on unnecessary junk food, focus on nutrient-dense meals.

Aarav Patel Aarav Patel Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

The recommended weight gain during pregnancy largely depends on your pre-pregnancy Body Mass Index (BMI). For a healthy BMI, it's typically 11-16 kg (25-35 lbs). If you're underweight or overweight, the targets differ. Your obstetrician will provide personalized guidance based on your health status.

Gita Devi Gita Devi Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Beti, garbh mein thoda motapa toh aata hi hai. Humare gaon mein toh kehte hain ki achhe se khao piyo, bachche ki sehat ke liye. Par haan, doctor se pooch lena, woh sabse sahi batayenge. Mann khush rakho, aur sab theek hoga.

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Anushka Sharma Anushka Sharma Joined Feb 2026 7 months ago

I used a pregnancy tracker app, and it actually had a guide for weight gain based on my pre-pregnancy BMI. For someone with a normal BMI, it suggests around 1-2 kg in the first trimester, then about 0.5 kg per week after that. It was super helpful to visualize and not stress too much. Always cross-check with your doc though!

Priya Reddy Priya Reddy Joined Jan 2026 7 months ago

I totally get it, the weight gain question can make anyone a bit anxious during pregnancy! It's such a personal journey. Just remember, your body is doing amazing things, and healthy gain is what matters. Focus on nourishing yourself and the baby, and your doctor will guide you.

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Kiran Singh Kiran Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

The amount of weight you should gain during pregnancy is highly individualized and depends on your pre-pregnancy BMI. For a healthy BMI (18.5-24.9), the recommended gain is 11.5-16 kg. Consult your obstetrician for precise guidelines tailored to your health.

Sameer Das Sameer Das Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

Please, for pregnancy, do not trust general internet advice about weight gain. Every woman's body and pregnancy is different. Your doctor will assess your pre-pregnancy weight and health to give you the correct, personalized target. It's too critical to guess.

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