Weight gain in the first tri-people with a healthy starting BMI...

ncavitt · July 2009

Ok, I just want to know if there are other people like me out there. I keep reading posts on people that lost weight first tri or haven't gained any, or gained the "recommended" 2 to 3 max of 5 pounds. I DID NOT HAVE MORNING SICKNESS at all and still haven't, so I have eaten my recommended calories everday. I eat very, very healthy, lots of veggies, fruit, salads, low fat cheese, high fiber/healthy whole grain carbs, etc. and I am not overeating. I only indulge in "bad stuff" about once a week and even then it's not a supersized combo meal at McDonalds, I rarely eat fast food. I have gained somewhere between 7 and 9 pounds now. I weighed 120 pp and am 5'3". I've been excercising about 4 to 5 times a week doing cardio, light weights and prenatal yoga. I talked to my sister this morning and she is around the same height/weight as me and she says she gained about 7 in the first tri and only ended up gaining between 25 and 30 with both her kids.

Is anyone else in this same situation? Please don't reply if you are on of the people who lost weight or only gained 2 pounds as I don't need it rubbed in my face.

I know I'm supposed to gain weight, but I just want to make sure it's healthy and that I don't gain too much and have to have a c-section since my doctor already said I'm really small internally. Thanks.

prlmrg08 · July 2009

Your body will gain what it needs to and EVERYONE is different. As long as your doctor is happy with where you are you dont need to worry about it.

4realyo · July 2009

everyone is different & therefore gains weight differently. you may gain a bit in 1st tri & then gain very little in 2nd tri or vice versa. if your dr is not concerned, you shouldnt be either. It sounds like you are eating well & staying active!

IlovemyGeek · July 2009

I weighed more then you in starting and anyone who is "overweight" should only gain 15 lbs. You are so not overweight LOL.

Max'smom · July 2009

It sounds like you are eating healthly and are still being active. As well your sister gained the way you are describing you weight gain. I would not be worried if I were you.

LadyJavy · July 2009

I actually have a babytalk pregnancy planner in front of me right now and it says that ideally you should gain about 6lbs in your first tri, so it sounds like you are right on track. That being said... I was way off track according to this and my doc said everything is moving along just fine.

ncavitt · July 2009

IlovemyGeek:
I weighed more then you in starting and anyone who is "overweight" should only gain 15 lbs. You are so not overweight LOL.

I KNOW I'm not overweight! Why do you think I said normal BMI!!!!!??? I am just saying that I have gained more in the first tri than the recommended and if I continue at this rate, I may gain 40. That's what I'm worried about.

amjmp · July 2009

I have a very similar experience as you. My BMI prepregnacy was 18 (5'1", 98lbs), I now weigh 109lbs. I had no morning sickness either, and did not loose any weight at all during first tri. I also eat well balanced like you, but I probably exercise less than you are. (I walk and do yoga)

I wouldn't worry about your weight gain, I read the average gain was 5lbs at end of first tri. Everyone is different. All those women that have severe nausea/vomiting and loose weight in first tri bring that average down...if you think of it that way. If you are worried, bring up to your doctor at next visit. I think you are fine though!

fIowerchild · July 2009

Please don't worry. My first pregnancy I gained about 7 lbs in the first tri. I got back down to my size 4 figure after the baby. Your body is doing what it's supposed to.

Suzi-G- · July 2009

I understand where you are coming from but really I would try not to worry too much. I'm 5'2" and started around 120 too. I'm pretty sure that by my next appt I'll be at least 132. It kind of freaked me out at first too, I'm not so worried about losing it afterwards as I am about gaining too much weight and it making the last months of my pregnancy really miserable. I am very small framed and at 120 was on the heavy side for my "norm" so I was/am a little worried how well I will be able to carry another 30 lbs or so.

Just keep eating healthy and getting exercise and recognize that some things are simply out of your control. Smile

Kristen0709 · July 2009

ncavitt:

IlovemyGeek:
I weighed more then you in starting and anyone who is "overweight" should only gain 15 lbs. You are so not overweight LOL.

I KNOW I'm not overweight! Why do you think I said normal BMI!!!!!??? I am just saying that I have gained more in the first tri than the recommended and if I continue at this rate, I may gain 40. That's what I'm worried about.

First calm down. Secondly, as others have said as long as your doc isn't concerned don't worry about it. I'm small to begin with and didn't gain much first tri but have definitely started to catch up. I was concerned but my doctor thinks that I'm right on track and told me not to worry. They said sometimes smaller people will gain weight at a faster pace because we need to gain more than the average 25-30 pounds. Don't stress about it.

octwed07 · July 2009

It sounds like you're doing all the right things, so personally all the weight gain worries are in your head. Everyone is different. I gained nothing in my first trimester, and 10 pounds so far in my 2nd tri. I have a friend who is a marathon runner and has a normal BMI who gained 40 pounds total for her pregnancy, 10 during her 1st tri, and then most in her 3rd tri. she's about 5'6". She's managed to lose all the weight, in 6 months. Don't be too stressed out, if you know you're doing the right thing, don't be too paranoid.

whitdog23 · July 2009

I've always had more of an athletic build but I was on the thin side of normal and I gained about 12-15 in the first tri (8-10 between weeks 8 and 10 alone). My doc said that he thought a lot of it was that I had to scale back some of the most intense workouts that I had been doing pre-preg and a lot was water weight. I'm now at 21 weeks and up 25 lbs total but my doc isnt worried since I am eating well and exercising 6x a week. He thinks I'll gain around 40 total which he said is fine.

babymomma623 · July 2009

I gained 5 and was shocked because I have been sick. I eat healthy too, but my OB said it is good to gain some weight. I am sure you are fine.

ncavitt · July 2009

Kristen0709:
ncavitt:

IlovemyGeek:
I weighed more then you in starting and anyone who is "overweight" should only gain 15 lbs. You are so not overweight LOL.

I KNOW I'm not overweight! Why do you think I said normal BMI!!!!!??? I am just saying that I have gained more in the first tri than the recommended and if I continue at this rate, I may gain 40. That's what I'm worried about.

First calm down. Secondly, as others have said as long as your doc isn't concerned don't worry about it. I'm small to begin with and didn't gain much first tri but have definitely started to catch up. I was concerned but my doctor thinks that I'm right on track and told me not to worry. They said sometimes smaller people will gain weight at a faster pace because we need to gain more than the average 25-30 pounds. Don't stress about it.

Sorry for the all caps, I was just responding to the person who was saying I thought I was overweight, which is not it at all. I will stop worrying about this and talk to my doctor next week at my appointment.

jday1229 · July 2009

ncavitt:
I know I'm supposed to gain weight, but I just want to make sure it's healthy and that I don't gain too much and have to have a c-section since my doctor already said I'm really small internally. Thanks.

Why are you asking a message board what is healthy for you and your baby? Ask your doctor.

As far as the numbers, according to my calculator you are on track to gain around 27 lbs so I don't see WTF your freakout is about, sorry.

ncavitt · July 2009

jday1229:
ncavitt:

I know I'm supposed to gain weight, but I just want to make sure it's healthy and that I don't gain too much and have to have a c-section since my doctor already said I'm really small internally. Thanks.

Why are you asking a message board what is healthy for you and your baby? Ask your doctor.

As far as the numbers, according to my calculator you are on track to gain around 27 lbs so I don't see WTF your freakout is about, sorry.

Geez, excuse me! I thought these message boards were to ask opinions of others and see if others were in your same situation! At least that is what I have read from other people's posts. Of course I'm going to ask my dr. I go next week for my appointment.

ncavitt · July 2009

Thank you for all of the nice replies. I will probably start just replying or reading posts now...didn't realize people on here could be so rude.

mooeta · July 2009

Well atleast you pretty much told us what you want to hear. You don't want to hear from any fatties, you don't want to hear from people who have gained less than you, and you don't want to hear that you'll gain weight. Pretty much you want us to tell you not to worry and you'll be ok. Sure. Talk to your freaking doctor, you could gain 50 pounds in the remainder of your pregnancy or you could gain 20 more. Talk to your doctor as you progress, he'll tell you if you aren't in line with where you should be.

ncavitt · July 2009

mooeta:
Well atleast you pretty much told us what you want to hear. You don't want to hear from any fatties, you don't want to hear from people who have gained less than you, and you don't want to hear that you'll gain weight. Pretty much you want us to tell you not to worry and you'll be ok. Sure. Talk to your freaking doctor, you could gain 50 pounds in the remainder of your pregnancy or you could gain 20 more. Talk to your doctor as you progress, he'll tell you if you aren't in line with where you should be.

Wow.

beedale862003 · July 2009

I was really concerned at first too, I'm 5'3" and started in the 120's. But I feel like I was focusing too much on my weight, so I have stopped weighing in. I have no idea how much I have gained, I will find out next Friday. I have been eating pretty much what I want but in moderation, and alot of what I want is healthy. Don't stress too much about, it sound likes your doing everything right so your body is going to do whats best for you and baby. Healthy gradual weight gain will be alot easier to lose too. Even if you do gain 40 pounds if you gain in gradually and eat and exercise right, it will come off easier than so peoples 25 pounds. Don't stress.

BTW my friend ate everything she wanted her first pregnancy, and during her second she watched everything she ate and gained the same both times.

ncavitt · July 2009

ncavitt:

mooeta:
Well atleast you pretty much told us what you want to hear. You don't want to hear from any fatties, you don't want to hear from people who have gained less than you, and you don't want to hear that you'll gain weight. Pretty much you want us to tell you not to worry and you'll be ok. Sure. Talk to your freaking doctor, you could gain 50 pounds in the remainder of your pregnancy or you could gain 20 more. Talk to your doctor as you progress, he'll tell you if you aren't in line with where you should be.

Wow.

Actually what I was looking for was for other people in a similar situation. I have a dr. appointment next week. I was very detailed in my post because poeple on here can be very sarcastic and also rude, and I was just looking to hear from people similar to me that were in a similar situation, that's all. Sorry for the post to those who it offended. I may be leaving the bump and sticking to my books and doctor.

Mrs.tlcS · July 2009

ncavitt:
Thank you for all of the nice replies. I will probably start just replying or reading posts now...didn't realize people on here could be so rude.

Hi. Welcome to TheBump.com.

As with any message board, the way to figure out the dynamic is to lurk awhile before you post.

A little welcome gift for you:

Florak8 · July 2009

mooeta:
Well atleast you pretty much told us what you want to hear. You don't want to hear from any fatties, you don't want to hear from people who have gained less than you, and you don't want to hear that you'll gain weight. Pretty much you want us to tell you not to worry and you'll be ok. Sure. Talk to your freaking doctor, you could gain 50 pounds in the remainder of your pregnancy or you could gain 20 more. Talk to your doctor as you progress, he'll tell you if you aren't in line with where you should be.

I just peed a little!

ncavitt · July 2009

Mrs.tlcS:

ncavitt:
Thank you for all of the nice replies. I will probably start just replying or reading posts now...didn't realize people on here could be so rude.

Hi. Welcome to TheBump.com.

As with any message board, the way to figure out the dynamic is to lurk awhile before you post.

A little welcome gift for you:

I've actually been on the bump for a while now...just hadn't had such rude comments in the past. A majority were good feedback. I guess this is just a touchy subject and all women on here are pregnant and therefore moody-including me. ;-) So sorry!!!

Tara Ell · July 2009

Yes. I eat very healthy exercise 5-7 times per week and rarely indulge in junk food. In the first tri I gained 6 lbs and my Dr. said that was perfect. My BMI pre-pg was 20. At this point I have gained a total of 12 lbs. It is unnerving to watch the numbers creep up when you know you are taking care of yourself and not "eating for 2" but you are supposed to gain weight, you're pg! I think a lot of people that haven't gained anything or lost weight are at least a little overweight to begin with.

ESD_0707 · July 2009

Don't worry! Smaller girls need to gain more weight during pregnancy!

becca2325 · July 2009

I'm 16 weeks and I've gained 10 pounds already. I was pretty small before (115 lbs 5'2). I'm not gorging myself on junk and have been walkling a lot and doing yoga. I asked my OB about this yesterday and she said that as long as you are exercising and eating healthy still and only eating about 300 more calories a day, then not to worry about it. Your body will gain what it is supposed to. And some ladies gain more at first than later on in the pregnancy. We will continue to watch my weight gain, but for now she said now to worry about it.

Phoebe Halliwell · July 2009

I understand where you're coming from and your concerns. I'm 5'5 and weighed ~125 before I got pregnant (not sure of my exact weight). I also didn't have any morning sickness during 1st tri and continued to eat my regular, healthful diet with lots of fruits, veggies, and lean proteins. I did indulge in dessert more freqently (and still do!) but never overdid it. And like you, I rarely eat fast food. Unlike you, however, I didn't exercise as regularly during 1st tri due to a combination of laziness and fatigue.

I tell you all of this because I'm pretty sure I also gained around 7-8lbs during the 1st trimester. I'm now up roughly ~14lbs (I think - my scale at home can be wonky). I also fall under the recommended 25-35lb weight gain guideline and I admit that it's a little daunting to realize I'm already halfway there. But I know I'm eating healthy and I've started exercising again regularly again, so I just figure my body's gaining what it's supposed to gain to ensure a healthy pregnancy and baby. And my doctor seems happy, so I'm happy. So, try not to worry - your body's just doing what it needs (and is supposed to) do. Smile

Mrs.tlcS · July 2009

And look, honest answer?

My first pregnancy, I gained something like 8 lbs in my first trimester, then gained 8 more the rest of my pregnancy.

This time I lost 5 lbs (oh noz!) in my first trimester, and am gaining extremely slowly. I may gain 30 lbs over the next several weeks. I just don't know.

Every body is different. Every pregnancy is different. Your OB/MW will tell you if there is something to be concerned about. If you ask them if you should be concerned about your weight gain, and they say "nope," then you shouldn't worry about your weight gain. If you ask them if you should be concerned about your weight gain, and they say "yeah... " then tehy'll give you some suggestions.

In the meantime, you're making yourself upset over Nuh-thing.

bannedmonkey · July 2009

FloraK8:

mooeta:
Well atleast you pretty much told us what you want to hear. You don't want to hear from any fatties, you don't want to hear from people who have gained less than you, and you don't want to hear that you'll gain weight. Pretty much you want us to tell you not to worry and you'll be ok. Sure. Talk to your freaking doctor, you could gain 50 pounds in the remainder of your pregnancy or you could gain 20 more. Talk to your doctor as you progress, he'll tell you if you aren't in line with where you should be.

I just peed a little!

All of this....oh and eff you.

ninasc · July 2009

My SIL who usually wears a size 2 and is very healthy (no processed, prepared foods, only organic vegetables, etc) gained 10lbs in the first trimester. I didn't gain any weight, don't eat nearly as well as she does and didn't have morning sickness. Everyone is different and comparing yourself to others won't do you any good (except make you upset).

As long as you are eating balanced healthy meals, don't worry about how much you have gained.

Phoebe Halliwell · July 2009

ncavitt:

IlovemyGeek:
I weighed more then you in starting and anyone who is "overweight" should only gain 15 lbs. You are so not overweight LOL.

I KNOW I'm not overweight! Why do you think I said normal BMI!!!!!??? I am just saying that I have gained more in the first tri than the recommended and if I continue at this rate, I may gain 40. That's what I'm worried about.

And if you gain 40lbs, then you gain 40lbs. It will be OK. You're eating well. You're staying active. In short, you're doing everything you can do to ensure a healthy pregnancy. So to sit there and obsess over a number is pointless (and counteractive considering stress is bad for the baby). Seriously. Your body is going to gain what it needs to gain, provided you're not binging on Ben & Jerry's every night and leading a sedentary lifestyle. Which you're not. So stop worrying about it - you're fine.

SmallandNeedy · July 2009

ncavitt:
Thank you for all of the nice replies.? I will probably start just replying or reading posts now...didn't realize people on here could be so rude.

You're gonna have fun here. ?

12bailey18 · July 2009

I was a normal health weight PP and gained 10lbs. in the first tri. I had no morning sickness. So far I have gained 12 lbs. total. I exercise, eat right, etc. My OB is not concerned at all because my body is just doing what it's supposed to. I wouldn't worry too much about it. But definitely talk to your doc about your concerns.?

epphd · July 2009

I easily gained close to 10 pounds in first tri - I too had no nausea or sickness, and I was sticking myself with massive quantities of hormones until 10 weeks, which didn't help

I'm not too concerned about it - I've only gained a couple of pounds since then and at 19 weeks, am up about 12 pounds.

Not only is everyone different in how much they gain, but some gain a lot right away and slow down, while others gain little up front then pack it on at the end. As long as you are getting exercise and making decent food choices, you're fine!

(and FWIW, I was 5'8" 145# when I first got my BFP).

Prinycesa07 · July 2009

I Don't think anyone was rude to you. If anything, I was surprised at how nice they were considering you were pretty snarky in some of your posts.

I dont see the problem. If you gain 40 lbs, you gain 40 lbs. Your baby is more important than weight gain and the weight gain is obviously waht is needed for babe to be healthy since you say you are eating right and working out.

Phoebe Halliwell · July 2009

ncavitt:
Thank you for all of the nice replies. I will probably start just replying or reading posts now...didn't realize people on here could be so rude.

Hmmm... while I still stand by my [very nice] original response, I will also give you a bit of advice that is, admittedly, on the snarky side:

1. Lurk.

2. Put your big girl panties on.

If you'd lurked, you'd know that weight posts aren't exactly embraced around here as they generally only serve to make people a.) feel bad, and b.) worried about their own weight gain.

Also, if you'd lurked a little, you'd know about snark. And if you'd worn your big girl panties, you'd be able to handle that snark when you decided to post something about weight gain.

Have a nice day.

ZAngel · July 2009

If it really bothers you... stop looking at the scale. According to my doctor, there is no right weight scale for pregnant women. Some will gain 20lbs during the 40 weeks and others will gain 50. Some people lose weight. Every body is different and the process of pregnancy will put on the weight needed even if you exercise all the time and eat the best foods. There is nothing you can do to change this. I can't really remember how much I gained in first tri... I think it was around 10 pounds. Now I am up to around 25lbs... no biggie. At my current rate, I will have gained around 40-45 by the end. That's no so bad... I gained almost 70 with my first.

nadiarl · July 2009

It sounds like you are leading a very healthy lifestyle. Don't worry too much about the 4-6 "extra" pounds you think you have. Everyone else will catch up eventually. I find it hard to believe that 5 pounds is going to be the difference between a vag or c-scetion delivery for you. You seem to be right on track.

jenny1980 · July 2009

ncavitt:

IlovemyGeek:
I weighed more then you in starting and anyone who is "overweight" should only gain 15 lbs. You are so not overweight LOL.

I KNOW I'm not overweight! Why do you think I said normal BMI!!!!!??? I am just saying that I have gained more in the first tri than the recommended and if I continue at this rate, I may gain 40. That's what I'm worried about.

Whoa. Pregnancy hormone alert!

Relax. She was trying to make you feel better.

People tend to gain weight at different times. Your body may gain more at the beginning and less at the end. Or, you may indeed be someone who gains 40 lbs. If you're eating well and working out, what else can you do?

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