2006-06-27 07:24:12 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
It is actually recommended to gain weight during your pregnancy than losing it. Studies have shown that not enough weight gain while pregnant can increase the risk for preterm birth (premature babies) and low birthweight for babies.
Eating healthy and properly while pregnant, and keeping track of your weight so that you don't gain weight too fast, can help you shed off those pregnancy pounds fast after you have the baby.Also, breastfeeding postpartum has been known to help the mom lose the weight fast.
If you're worried about the weight you're gaining or losing while pregnant, discuss with your doctor your pregnancy diet (when I say 'diet', I don't mean a weight loss diet but as an eating habit or lifestyle) and see what will work best for you. Or you can talk to a nutritionist who will guide you to eating healthy while pregnant.
In the first trimester it is ideal to gain 3-4 lbs. By the second trimester, a weight gain of 1 lb per week is recommended. By the third trimester and on the last month, weight gain slows down to a 1/2 per week. These are all, of course, ideal numbers and no one hardly ever gets to follow it perfectly. But it's okay, as long as you gain weight steadily and not too fast, then you won't have a problem.
Goodluck to you!!
2006-06-27 07:28:18 · answer #1 · answered by hotmomma23 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
You shouldn't lose wait during pregnancy because it could be harmful to the baby. In your early stages is the most critical time for the baby to grow. Doctors always tell people to gain weight during pregnancy (in moderation of course). After you have the baby ask your doctor for a weightloss plan if you want to lose weight.
2006-06-27 14:36:39 · answer #2 · answered by cmcm_mcmc 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should never try to lose weight during prenancy. Don't gain too much though. You can still exercise, but this is not a good time to try new exercises or increase exercises. Always wait until the baby is born and you've recovered. Adding new exercises or increasing exercises will add more stress on your body and now is the time you should take it easy.
2006-06-27 14:29:22 · answer #3 · answered by mom_of_cutest_baby_ever 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Loosing weight means breaking down fats to be passed out of your body. The break down of fats are called keytones, and are normally passed out of your urine without harm to your body at all. However, when you're pregnant, those keytones can hurt your baby. When you go in for pregnancy tests and the OB has you pee into a cup, keytones are one of the things they test for.
Another danger is that, when you're on a diet to loose weight, that you are not taking in enough nutrition to take care of you and the baby.
2006-06-27 14:32:55 · answer #4 · answered by b30954 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i lost a few pounds in early pregnancy...but that's what my body did....i wasn't actively trying to lose weight.
just eat well and normally and you should be fine.
this isn't the time to go on a diet or work out so much that you get really fatigued.
fatigue will hit you early on in pergnancy and you don't want to overdo it!
so, keep in mind that you should gain about average 30 pounds.
if you are already overweight, then be sure to dicuss pregnancy weight gain with your dr. they can guide on what is healthy for you and your baby!
take care!
2006-06-27 14:29:10 · answer #5 · answered by joey322 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is not good to even think about losing weight while you're pregnant. The baby needs all of the nourishment it can get. Just start eating healthy. That should help, get you healthy, then your weight will adjust on its own.
2006-06-27 14:28:15 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, that is very dangerous. Never attempt to go on any sort of weight-loss plan during pregnancy! You'll have plenty of time to worry about your figure after the baby is born.
2006-06-27 14:28:59 · answer #7 · answered by wabbitqueen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Of course it is not good for the baby...if you are so concerned with your weight then stick to a healthy diet and cut out the junk...
2006-06-27 14:39:55 · answer #8 · answered by geet840 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Don't think of "losing weight". Instead, concentrate on "staying in shape" for labor.
Staying in shape will definitely benefit you in the labor room.
Trust me, I know. My wife went to gym all the way up to the week before labor. this was our first baby and the labor was 6 hours long. Pretty quick for the first baby. I say that her "in shape" allowed her to push harder and longer.
2006-06-27 14:30:11 · answer #9 · answered by Scott D 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think u should wait till u have the baby...and when u have it then start losing wait...but for now just chillax and eat good so that ure baby can come out strong and healthy...good luck â¥
2006-06-27 14:29:28 · answer #10 · answered by ♥ 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋