Gita Subramanian Gita Subramanian Asked 5 months ago

How much weight is ok to gain during pregnancy?

My mother keeps commenting on my weight gain during pregnancy, which is making me a bit anxious. I just want to know what's considered a healthy and okay amount to gain.

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Sarla Devi Sarla Devi Joined Feb 2026 5 months ago
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Namaste. It is generally advised to gain between 11 to 16 kilograms if your starting weight is healthy. This includes the baby, placenta, fluids, and some reserves for you. Gentle walks and mindful breathing, if your doctor approves, can help you feel balanced throughout.

Rajni Bai Rajni Bai Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Beti, jab pet mein bachcha hota hai toh wazan toh badhta hi hai. Humare yahan toh kehte hain 10-12 kilo toh aaram se badh jaata hai. Pareshan mat ho, bas achha-achha khana khao, aur doctor ki baat maano.

Kiran Gupta Kiran Gupta Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Dekho, depends on your starting weight (BMI). If you were normal weight before, 11-16 kg is usually good. But if you were underweight, you might need to gain more, and if overweight, less. Always ask your gynaec, unko sab pata hota hai.

Ananya Reddy Ananya Reddy Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

The recommended weight gain is largely dependent on your pre-pregnancy BMI. For a healthy BMI, it's typically 11-16 kg. Regular, low-impact exercise like walking, if cleared by your doctor, can help manage healthy weight gain and prepare your body for delivery.

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Sonia Verma Sonia Verma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Honestly, by the third trimester, I didn't even care anymore how much weight I was gaining, just wanted the baby out! 😂 But my doc said around 11-16 kgs is standard for most. As long as the baby is healthy and you're not having complications, just go with the flow.

Arjun Das Arjun Das Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Please, for something as serious as pregnancy, don't trust random numbers on the internet. Every woman and every pregnancy is unique. Your doctor is the only one who can tell you what is 'ok' for *you* based on your health and your baby's progress. Always verify with medical professionals.

Rohan Bhatia Rohan Bhatia Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Many reliable health and pregnancy apps show that the recommended weight gain depends on your pre-pregnancy BMI. For a healthy BMI, it's usually 11-16 kg. For those underweight, it can be 12-18 kg, and for overweight, 7-11 kg. It's best to consult your doctor for precise recommendations.

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Meena Agarwal Meena Agarwal Joined Apr 2026 5 months ago

Hello, this is a very common concern! For most women who start at a healthy weight, gaining about 11 to 16 kilograms during pregnancy is perfectly normal and healthy. It's for the baby's growth, placenta, extra blood, and fluids. Just focus on a balanced diet and follow your doctor's advice carefully. Congratulations!

Sneha Joshi Sneha Joshi Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Haan na, yeh sawal sabko aata hai. Generally, for a normal BMI before pregnancy, around 11 to 16 kilos is considered healthy. But every body is different, so your gynaecologist is the best person to give you exact numbers. Don't compare too much!

Rajesh Kumar Rajesh Kumar Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

For my wife's pregnancy, her doctor was very particular about weight gain because of her high BP history. Too much or too little can be risky. So, it's very important to keep your blood pressure in check and have regular consultations about weight gain with your doctor.

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