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March 2018 Moms
fullofhope25
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Early Weight Gain - What In The World!?
fullofhope25
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Prior to my BPF, I used to follow a keto/low carb lifestyle. I've essentially come to the conclusion that carbohydrates are the devil. Well, at least certain kinds of carbs are the devil to my body. Now that I'm pregnant, I, of course, have slowly started to introduce more carbs into my diet. Mainly, veggies and certain fruits. I'm only 6 wks and in just 3 days, I have gained 4 pounds and I am suddenly craving every sweet sugar known to man. Mind you, I didn't struggle with these cravings prior. I'm bloated out of my mind and I feel like I ate an entire pizza. Of course, I realize my raging hormones and the little nugget in my belly, have something to do with this.
The maternal side of me says, "it doesn't matter how much weight you gain, as long as baby is happy." The vain side of me says, "screw that! If you keep going at this rate, you'll have to be airlifted out of your house to give birth!" And the logical side of me says, "to a certain extent, my weight does matter to help avoid the potential of gestational diabetes and other complications."
Has anyone experienced weight gain so early on??? If so, what did you do?
The maternal side of me says, "it doesn't matter how much weight you gain, as long as baby is happy." The vain side of me says, "screw that! If you keep going at this rate, you'll have to be airlifted out of your house to give birth!" And the logical side of me says, "to a certain extent, my weight does matter to help avoid the potential of gestational diabetes and other complications."
Has anyone experienced weight gain so early on??? If so, what did you do?
Re: Early Weight Gain - What In The World!?
I am only 4w1d so feeling really good. My plan is to try to get into some really healthy eating and light exercise now in hopes that I'll be in some good habits by the time the nausea kicks in and I crave all the carbs to make myself feel better.
My other plan is to weigh myself daily. I know this doesn't work for everyone. But it holds me accountable. If I don't weigh myself for a few days, that's when I notice the pounds creeping on!
Biology aside, the mental part of it can be a challenge, and you're not alone. I gained weight in my first trimester with both of my kids, but went on to gain a healthy 25-30 lbs with each. I didn't balloon due to early weight gain, it's just how my body does pregnancy. Keep reminding yourself that you're eating well and fueling your body to support this baby's growth!
LiveNLove44 - You are absolutely right. I know that the weight I have gained is purely water weight. It's just disheartening AND alarming to see so soon. Lol. You gained a total of 25-30 lbs throughout your entire pregnancy?
DS born October 13, 2014
Baby #3 due March 2018
BUT, tomorrow is a new day! My goal is to eat super healthy the next 3 days because I have a wedding to go to on Saturday and I know I'll have no self control if there's any sort of sweets table!
With my first, I gained a lot of weight first trimester and couldn't fit into any of my clothes bc my thighs and hips had grown, on top of the bloat. I needed the extra support to carry him, but I didn't know that then.
I evened out and didn't gain a lot, even though I was eating more and more. My body did its thing regardless of me. In total, I gained 32lbs but I was shocked at my front loading and was so scared.
Just ignore those dumb weight charts and don't let anyone get you down about weight stuff.
@Gingermom15 - "don't stress about the scale!" Words of wisdom. Thank you!
I front loaded weight too! I gained a lot in 1st tri and was really concerned, but my doctor wasn't. It definitely leveled off and I had a few weeks where I didn't gain anything. She still says I'm fine on what im gaining now in 3rd tri and to not worry. There is hope!
Type 1 Diabetes since 2001, MTHFR hetero A1298T
Dogs: Raider 4 yrs, Dex 4 yrs
BFP #2 7/6/16 SCH, D&C 8/4/16
BFP #3 12/26/16 EDD: 9/6/17
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5/25/16 6.0%
11/2/16 6.1%
3/22/16 5.8%
4/27/17 5.4%
6/13/17 5.3%
"Sugar Fancy Tutu"
I am heavier than I was with my first 2 pregnancies by 15-25 lbs. I usually end up at the amount that I start at when i am 40 weeks. I am hoping to be more active this time too.
I get tested next week for GD so they can start me on that diet if needed when I am done with my first tri. Even if by some miracle i don't have it I will still probably try to stick to that diet:
I have managed twice with just doing this without having to take insulin.