FTM. What are ways for me to gain weight?

LiddoRosy

I'm 15 weeks and a FTM, also im underweight. From last month to this month I've only gain half a pound. I'm worried my baby will be very much effected by this issue. The doctor said I have to gain 4 pounds every week, is there anything I can do to gain weight? Also I have a very high metabolism, in anyway is that effecting my weight gain? However, is it also normal that I'm not getting hungry a lot either? I try to eat, but I get full really fast so I try to eat as much as I possibly can. So if anyone can help me i would be so grateful!

Dr.Loretta

A lot of women don't gain much weight early in pregnancy. Some even lose weight. Their babies are fine. I find it odd your doctor is making this such an issue. I'd ask for suggestions on how you can safely gain weight during your pregnancy.

LiddoRosy

Oh ok yeah my doctor said 4lbs a week which I find odd, and I'm considering about getting a new doctor soon. But also its good to know other peoples experiences thanks for that

111emd

Are you certain he said a week, and not a month? For underweight women, I think it's between 20-30lbs and if you were gaining 4lbs a WEEK you'd gain that in a MONTH and be obese by the time you gave birth. If my doctor was advising me to gain that much a month, I would certainly find a new doctor!