29 weeks and only have gained 2 lbs.

Ajjobe83

I'm 29 weeks as of Tuesday with my first (DD) and I have only put on 2 lbs since I got pregnant.  My doctor tells me that my measurements are fine, the baby's heartbeat sounds good and not to worry BUT with being high-risk already I'm getting concerned.  I have been admitted into the hospital 2 times since 5 months with kidney infections and been on alot of antibiotics, still taking them and will be for the rest of my pregnancy.  My appetite seems to be normal and I have had little to no morning sickness the whole pregnancy so far.  Should I be concerned or just trust in what the doctor says?  I was blindly trusting him but lately I don't feel like 5 minutes together in my appointments isn't sufficient.  Last appointment I asked him when I will be getting my second ultrasound done and he said I wouldn't unless there was some concern about the baby.  Does any of this sound right to anyone or am I just over-reacting?  

syoung0413

As long as your Dr. is not concerned and baby's growth is normal i think you should be cautious, but overall are fine.  Maybe all your illnesses and medications are making you lose weight, but your normal appetite is counteracting it = not a significant gain.  Good luck!

KandT0919

I'm 35 weeks and JUST hit 10 pounds... I am told that 15 pounds is the bare minimum I should gain.

10-4LilBuddy

Have you had a growth ultrasound? I am at 31.5 weeks and have gained 8 lbs so far with twins. I started my pregnancy at a normal weight. My doctors are not concerned bc the babies are measuring on track. I have added more snacks which is hard with GD, but I am forcing myself to eat more.

kneenah1231

I am 30wks I just started gaining. I am up 6 pounds baby is nice and healthy.. As long as baby is gaining don't worry...

Ajjobe83

Thank you for your reply 

Ajjobe83

I'm having a 2 hour ultrasound on the 23rd, don't know what it's called though.  The doctors keep telling me that my DD is doing good so I'm less worried now.  I'm now 33 weeks and have only gained 4lbs but my tummy has got ALOT bigger, DD is growing like a weed!!  Thank you ladies for the feedback 

Sembree1

A lot depends on your height and weight pre pregnancy as well! The normal weight guidelines you see are for someone who's about 5'4, 130 lbs pp. Taller people tend to gain less weight, and if youre even slightly overweight to begin with you'll most likely gain less if you're eating well.

maditotx

That is Good to know, i lost over 8 pounds in My first trimester and doctor
Just said today that I only gained 11/2 pounds however I lost 8 so I'm in my 29 week with a huge belly but just under 2
Pounds no way...
The baby ate all
My extra food on my body which is awesome