First of all, I am officially fourteen weeks today=) (Never mind the ticker, can't get the stupid thing to work right).
Second, I am freaking out about my weight gain! I have gained 7 pounds since I found out I was pregnant at four weeks. I read that you are supposed to gain between one and five pounds in the first trimester and when you are in the second trimester about a pound a week. Does that sound right? Does seven pounds at fourteen weeks sound right? I am seriously freaking out, haha! I want to easily go back to normal after baby!
Re: Second Trimester/Weight Gain
I'm almost 13 weeks (12 weeks, 4 days, but baby has been measuring a few days ahead). I'd lost a few pounds in the early weeks, when the MS was at its worst, but gained it back once I started eating again. And according to the doctor's scales this past Wednesday, I'm now up three pounds from starting weight now. That came back fast!
I think as long as we're exercising and eating healthy, as much as possible, our bodies will do what they need to do. That's what I'm hoping, anyway!
My friend gained 10lbs in her first trimester but she's also had times where she's been up and times when she's been down.
My point is don't worry. Your doc will tell you if you need to watch it.
Up 7 lbs. too and I'm 13 weeks and some change. I gained 48 lbs with DS and can't remember how much I had gained at this point with him. I think you're going to have to work to get it off post pregnancy either way. I let myself enjoy my pregnancy and give into my cravings since when I'm not pregnant I am very aware of my diet and exercise.
I don't think you should worry!
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Just make healthy choices and if you are craving something not so good for you- portion control ** which I had no will power to do last time.