Weight Control Pregnancy

Weight gain during pregnancy is natural and perfectly normal. The gain in weight should be gradual, with the most weight being gained in the last trimester. According to the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) you should gain about 2 to 4 pounds during the first three months of pregnancy and then 3 to 4 pounds per month for the rest of your pregnancy. Total weight gain should be about 25 to 30pounds.

 

Gaining too much whilst pregnant can be a problem. It can make pregnancy an unpleasant experience, causing leg pain, backaches, varicose veins and fatigue. Excess weight can be difficult to lose after delivery. Too much weight gain is usually caused by fat and fluid being stored in the body as a result of eating too much salty and or spicy food.

 

If you are gaining too much weight, you should follow the guidelines for healthy eating, avoiding salt and junk food and should consider consulting a doctor or dietician.

 

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