2006-12-13 12:44:37 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
my sis had a baby b4 and she said those 8 pounds are probably swellness.. can that b?
2006-12-13 12:48:20 · update #1
yes my feet tend to swell but doc said thats normal towards the end
2006-12-13 12:50:28 · update #2
mama_angel...
did you look 16 pounds heavier? how many months were u?
2006-12-13 12:52:40 · update #3
connie.. how can it be determined by ur doc if its water around the baby?
2006-12-13 12:56:39 · update #4
that is normal. towards the end of my pregnancy i blew up like a water balloon!!! shoes didn't even fit on my feet the last couple of weeks will be uncomfortable because you just feel so bloated but just think what you'll be getting in a couple of weeks!!!
2006-12-13 13:18:52 · answer #1 · answered by missaboo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, if you have gained 8 pounds in one week that means you're retaining fluid. You need to get rid of the excess fluid to avoid getting Toxemia. Here's how:
1. For 3 days, don't eat any "fast food" (McDonalds, etc.) or canned foods. Eat only fresh or frozen food.
2. Don't add salt to anything you eat.
3. Drink plenty of water (not pop unless it's sodium free... Diet Rite is the only one I know of that is) to flush the salt out of your body.
At the end of the 3 days, you will probably have lost most of the 8 pounds. If you haven't, then you'll want to call your doctor.
2006-12-13 12:51:06 · answer #2 · answered by PolishedToes 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am 35 weeks along and I gained 6 lbs in a week and a half. Here to come find out It was all water around the baby. Ask your doctor.
2006-12-13 12:46:36 · answer #3 · answered by connie45331 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the doctors say that you are supposed to gain a pound a week to have a healthy weight baby. but the last month i gained something like 16 pounds. it all depends on the person and the baby.
2006-12-13 12:49:36 · answer #4 · answered by beb27 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
First of all I would like to say congratulations on your new addition to the family. I have 2 beautiful little girls and they are the light of my life.
There is nothing wrong with your weight gain. I didn't start putting on weight with either of my children until i was close to the third tri-mester. Everything is fine, you are going to have a baby with chubby little cheeks that you can kiss and make rosy.
2006-12-13 12:52:37 · answer #5 · answered by Heather B 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your getting at the end of the pregnancy, so your baby is gaining quite a bit so unless your doctor seems concerned with the weight gain i wouldn't be.
2006-12-13 12:46:49 · answer #6 · answered by LP's Mommy, RN 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
YES! I would call your doctor immediately and let him know. They need to make sure you aren't getting toximia (I am not sure of the spelling) as this does happen a lot at the end of a pregnancy. Are your feet and hands swollen?
2006-12-13 12:47:30 · answer #7 · answered by Garrett's Mommy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The baby gains like an ounce every other day...plus you are more and more hungry...
Who cares if the dr says it is or not...it iwll be over soon
2006-12-13 12:47:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Nope. It comes fast at the end, but you did good up to this point. Just be obedient to your body now! It's baby time!
2006-12-13 12:47:32 · answer #9 · answered by Sleek 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I agree with Connie453 its probably mostly water don't worry
2006-12-13 12:53:52 · answer #10 · answered by earl_sykes_101@hotmail.com 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋