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Does anyone know a specific number of calories we need?

NewFamily09NewFamily09 member
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I know that after the 1st trimeste, you need to eat 300 extra a day, but has anyone heard a total for each day?  The reason I ask is that we got our BFP in the middle of me trying to get back to my pre-pregnancy weight from #1.  Of course, that is out the window, but I really don't want to gain any more than I have too, since I am starting out a little high.  I had been eating 1300-1500 calories a day and have been losing weight slowly.  I'm guessing that this isn't enough to have a healthy baby?  Is 1800-1900 still too little when you are pregnant?  Anyone know?
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Re: Does anyone know a specific number of calories we need?

  • princesscm99princesscm99

    The number of calories you need will be unique to you as it needs to take into account your height, weight, and level of activity.

    https://www.bcm.edu/cnrc/caloriesneed.htm

    This website will help you calculate what you need each day to maintain your weight.  Add 300 to that for second trimester intake.

    Good luck!

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  • KellinaKellina

    I was wondering this too. Like what is the minimum amount we need? I was dieting/ losing weight as well before BFP.

    But I'm also not worried with the amount of carbs I've been eating to help this nausea! :)

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  • murphythielmurphythiel member

    Check out www.babyfit.com

    I've been on a diet since...well HS....and I had no idea what I should be aiming for.  Its run by Sparkspeople...so its free...and I've really been having a great time with it.

    Hope that helps!Smile

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  • g8orellg8orell member
    With DD, I was super sick and lost 20lbs first tri; I was really worried about the baby, and she told me the baby only needs 300 calories a day. As far as moms..I agree with above answers that it depends.
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