Lost 10 pounds in first trimester, have gained back 9 so far and am 6 months pregnant. At my 20 week ultrasound they said baby was measuring big though so I'm thinking it's OK. I eat a lot and eat what I'm craving so I know it cant be from not eating enough lol.
Hi all! I saw this on another board and wanted to see if you all were interested too.
I just got back from the doc and i'm up 11lb at 22wk. I started with a low BMI - that was a little daunting to see. I guess a had a big jump in the past month. Must be all those damn cookies I better check myself!
Anyone else care to share where they are at?
Did your doctor suggest that this was too much weight to gain by 22 weeks? I'm confused why you would "check yourself" when it seems on target to me?
Hi all! I saw this on another board and wanted to see if you all were interested too.
I just got back from the doc and i'm up 11lb at 22wk. I started with a low BMI - that was a little daunting to see. I guess a had a big jump in the past month. Must be all those damn cookies I better check myself!
Anyone else care to share where they are at?
Did your doctor suggest that this was too much weight to gain by 22 weeks? I'm confused why you would "check yourself" when it seems on target to me?
Agreed ... that seems like right on target weight gain to me. Not that I follow the charts much, but everything I've read says 0-5 in first tri and .5-1lb every week from there on out. That would put 11lbs right in the middle of where you should be.
I think we are losing the sight of the fact that we are suppose to gain weight! We are growing children here. Why "check yourself" when you could have a brownie?
And to all those mommies who can't gain weight...have two!
I'm 24 weeks and still losing weight. I started off overweight and was told to gain no more than 15-20lbs. I have hyperemesis (still struggling with it even now) and gestational diabetes. My OB has expressed concern that I am trying to lose weight- but I'm not trying to lose weight. I'm just trying to eat foods that follow the GD diet, and that I can keep down. I feel nauseous most of the time, so I often only eat because it's time to eat- not because I'm hungry. I usually feel very full after just a few bites. Baby is doing well though, but measuring a little bit ahead. OB is not concerned at this point, but I can't help but worry that she will be too big because I have GD.
I'm up 27 lbs at week 25, my doctor told me to watch it a little, I guess I could lay off the excessive carbs haha - anyway I gained 60lbs with my first and lost it all eventually so I'm trying not to be too concerned with it
@CMDD@kylemeum13- Yes, the midwife commented on the big jump I had since the last appt. I meant check myself on the cookies (and cupcakes and donuts etc etc), cause i've been out of control with the sugar cravings which I feel is unhealthy for my personal goals.
Thanks to all those who shared - it's so interesting to see where everyone is at this stage. We're over halfway there! WHOOOT! Apologies if this post offended anyone - that wasn't my purpose. There have been lots of weight posts. I view this board as a safe place where we are free to share without judgement. We all know everyone and pregnancy is different, and weight gain or loss has lots of personal factors. We are here to support eachother while growing our beautiful babes! Cheers to all of us - we're in this together!
I really hope this doesn't become a weekly recurring board. I don't see how it is helpful in any way. And I think by the end of our pregnancies, it will upset so many more people than it will serve.
Talk to your doctor- if they're not concerned then you shouldn't be either. There is really no sense in comparing weight gain. Your body is doing a wonderful thing right now - embrace it. And throw away the scale.
I think this just serves as a good illustration on how different every woman and every pregnancy is.
For me, it has sent my metabolism into overdrive and while I eat like a horse, I've not gained weight yet, despite be at being the normal size for 23 weeks. Pre baby I just looked at food and gained weight! Lol.
Well... I gained 14 lbs at 24 weeks. My midwife gave me a hard time about it and I have been irritated all week. I'm literally eating the same diet as I did before getting pregnant, gluten-free, so I'm eating fairly healthy without all the cakes/donuts/pizza etc. I was never sick with my LO so losing at the beginning was not part of my experience. I'm trying to be okay with the weight gain because my baby is making a little human, but honestly it's really difficult.
I never weigh myself so I'm not exactly sure what my pre pregnancy weight was but based on my estimates I've gained about 21/22lbs and I'm 25 weeks today. Everyone tells me I look exactly the same except I have a soccer ball for a bump. I'm trying to do a couple days a week on the treadmill (walking at different inclines) b/c it's really humid and hot where I live. (I guess that's most places by the end of August...you can see my excuses!) I eat pretty healthy but do splurge when out...ice cream, fried pickles. If you've got the willpower I applaud you. I choose to ignore that voice every once in awhile.
Anyhow my last appt they said umm try to walk a little more b/c you're starting to gain a little quickly! I've never had a weight issue so it's strange for me to be told that and obviously I understand why. I feel like there should be a pass for ppl who luckily escaped morning sickness b/c I never lost my appetite and ate the entire first trimester, but will make up for it by looking like an umpa lumpa come Dec. My only hope is that soon my stomach will be squished and pushed up under my throat so I won't be able to eat much in one sitting.
I'm up 25 pounds at 24 weeks and probably another 2 pounds since that appointment. My midwife never brought up my weight I just asked. The only thing she said is that research shows its easier to lose the first 25-30 pounds after pregnancy, anything extra takes longer. No harm to baby, I was average size before, and he's measuring 2 weeks farther along. I was really down about it for a while but honestly there's nothing more I'm willing do to. I'm not giving up every food I love to be miserable the rest of my pregnancy!!
Not sure I see the point of this. Everyone has a different body type, starting weight, ect. So without that information I'm not sure we can use each other as a measuring stick.
Im 25wks and up 2lbs. I started over weight and this is my 3rd pregnancy. With my first i gained 3lbs but had gallbladder issues and was on a very strict diet. With my second i gained a total of 6lbs.
I'm 5'2" and started out at about 110 pounds pre-pregnancy. At my last OB appointment at 22w6d I was at 130 pounds; that averages out to a little over 1 pound per week. I've always been kind of obsessive about my weight but I'm trying to ignore the "holy crap this is the most I've ever weighed in my life" feelings I've had because I know that I'm healthy and that baby girl is growing right along. I'm interested to see how much I weigh on the day I give birth. Sometimes I feel like my tummy is getting so big that I don't know how I don't fall over forwards or something.
I hope everyone has a healthy, happy last few months
It's interesting to read how different everyone's bodies are and how they react to pregnancy. I learned a couple weeks ago to not let any of it get to me. Before pregnancy I struggled to maintain a healthy weight and although I managed to keep it at bay, I had to work my ass off for it. So of course when I got pregnant I freaked. Somehow though, I think probably due to hormones I managed to gain only a couple pounds in the first 19 weeks. And I stick to about 70/30 with healthy/junk. Well then from 19 weeks to 23 weeks I gained 6 pounds and my doctor made a comment bout watching my calories which seemed a bit over the top to me but of course added to my stress as if I didn't already have enough. I cut out some of the junk food but I think between stress from work, school, pregnancy and worrying about weight my body just gave in. I got a really bad stomach virus and couldn't eat anything or even drink much for 3 days. Almost ended up in ER. It was the most miserable 3 days of my life and it made me decided that from then on no matter what I would not even let worry about weight get into my mind. We are meant to gain weight and it's normal and every one of us is different and will gain at different rates. So don't ever let it stress you out an enjoy the little miracle that's growing inside you. Your body will do what it's supposed to do and most likely it will be nothing like what the next person goes through. Do your best to be healthy for baby but don't let that hinder enjoying one of the most miraculous times of your life. I learned the hard way that it's not worth the stress and it made me realize that id rather be a few or many pounds over what my doctor recommends or what others have put on then to put myself and my baby through another day like that horrible week. Enjoy the last 3-4 months ladies! We are making miracles!
I agree it's hard to judge by other people's numbers as we are all different, but as long as baby is ok, I'm happy!! I had HG and lost 28-30lbs in the first 20 weeks, which was awful.... I've gained about 4 lbs since then, 26wks today. Doctor complimented me on my weight gain at my last appointment, after weeks and weeks of losing weight it made me happy to see that number go up, and I was happy that the doctor was pleased as well. As for baby girl, she's loving life in there and healthy, so I am happy!
I was overweight to begin with, at 173 pounds, standing at 5'3. Everyone says I should only be gaining 15-20 pounds but at 25wk4d I'm definitely up 21 pounds. My body is also prone toward gaining weight if I'm not extra careful, but I'm not all that concerned. I rock my bump, and gear up for the major diet/exercise program I'm going force myself to do after my baby boy is home. I'm gonna be fitting in my jeans again goddamnit! XD
I finally just calculated that I've gained about 32 lbs when I was last weighed at 24 weeks. To me that is depressing. If I don't eat though I feel sick. For the past couple days I could eat a 6 inch sub and chips and still feel starving. They mentioned something was wrong with my thyroid when I went to the 1st ob. I switched OB and they redid the bloodwork and haven't mentioned a problem. It's extremely bad I've gained so much weight but it's difficult to avoid weight gain when I'm constantly hungry. I was told to exercise more but I walk about 5-8 miles a day on days that I work. I don't like how big I've become but it's a battle when I feel hungry.
You're not the only one, I promise! I weighed in at 31 lbs gained at 25 weeks. I try to do my best with eating and exercising, but I'm not going to castigate myself when I'm trying to grow a healthy baby.
This thread is super depressing though. It doesn't feel supportive as much as it does a competition to who manages their weight better. If y'all could pass me some of your energy and affinity for green vegetables during this time, I'd greatly appreciate it.
I kind of wish this thread would die. But here I am commenting on it. Being reminded that I'm gaining weight faster than people is probably the worst thing for self-confidence and body image.
I weigh more this month than last month. I plan to weigh even more next month, too. I think it just comes with the territory of pregnancy and growing a human being. Oh fing well. Seriously though, the only person whose opinion carries any weight (haha- pun intended!) on this issue is my midwife.
If I could delete this post I would... it was really far back but people keep commenting?! Again, it wasn't intended to strike anyone. We're all doing the best we can for our babes! Please don't comment beyond this post. Thanks!
I don't find this depressing. I actually really love it. I'm on the other side of the spectrum where I get criticized for not gaining enough weight. It's comforting to see that I'm not alone and something isn't wrong with me. I check my weight at appointments so I'm hoping the scale goes up a bit next time I go in!
Re: Weigh-in Wednesday?
*edited for typo
And to all those mommies who can't gain weight...have two!
I really hope this doesn't become a weekly recurring board. I don't see how it is helpful in any way. And I think by the end of our pregnancies, it will upset so many more people than it will serve.
Talk to your doctor- if they're not concerned then you shouldn't be either. There is really no sense in comparing weight gain. Your body is doing a wonderful thing right now - embrace it. And throw away the scale.
For me, it has sent my metabolism into overdrive and while I eat like a horse, I've not gained weight yet, despite be at being the normal size for 23 weeks. Pre baby I just looked at food and gained weight! Lol.
Anyhow my last appt they said umm try to walk a little more b/c you're starting to gain a little quickly! I've never had a weight issue so it's strange for me to be told that and obviously I understand why. I feel like there should be a pass for ppl who luckily escaped morning sickness b/c I never lost my appetite and ate the entire first trimester, but will make up for it by looking like an umpa lumpa come Dec.
However started out underweight and was told to eat like a beast,
Now having issues slowing down
I hope everyone has a healthy, happy last few months
Edited bc I can't spell.
My doctors don't weigh me, they just measure my bump and everything is alright!