Okay to start off I know it's not good to diet while pregnant and that isn't my intent. I've already gained ALOT of weight, 43 pounds and I'm only 32 weeks pregnant. I wonder if it's safe or a way that I can possibly not gain anymore weight. I'm not trying to lose weight, i guess regulate it until the baby is born. I've actually haven't been gaining too too much lately. I put on alot of the weight right in first trimester. ( I went from constantly working out (bootcamp) to having a back injury to becoming pregnant during the back injury so i was taking it easy and not being able to do much exercising.) Any good suggestions and if it's safe?
2007-05-09 04:33:21 · 56 answers · asked by Melissa 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Pregnancy
A lot of the weight that is gained is due mostly to hormonal factors, and every woman experiences a different hormonal mix during pregnancy. Many women naturally retain water during pregnancy, and this adds to a higher number on the scale. Pre-eclampsia and toxemia can also cause a rapid weight gain. The best you can do is try to eat a low carbohydrate diet consisting of protein (fish, chicken, some red meat) and fresh fruits and vegetables. If you feel up to walking, this will also help - but women with pregnancy complications often find this difficult. Beyond taking these reasonable measures, do not worry about trying to maintain your weight - with a little diligence most of it will come off during the year after birth. Your doctor will check you for signs of eclampsia should you gain very rapidly. Good luck and have a healthy, happy baby.
My personal story: I ate LESS than I normally do during my pregnancy, as I had too much amniotic fluid that caused my uterus to crowd my stomach and intestines and greatly reduced my appetite. Still, I gained 40 pounds. On the other hand, a friend of mine ate everything in sight, constantly and only gained 20 pounds. The point is there are factors involved in your body's chemistry that you can't control.
2007-05-09 04:47:19 · answer #1 · answered by 13th Floor 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I followed Weight Watcher for nursing mothers and maintained a heathly weight. I gained 25 lbs and had a 9 pound baby! My doctors okayed the program as long as I wasn't cutting out a food group. Remember you only need to eat 300 extra calories a day. It really isn't much when you think about it.
2007-05-09 04:42:58 · answer #2 · answered by Dawn-Marie 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Stick with your normal diet (although in your case....) but give in to cravings. They ARE relevant to the needs of your baby.
Your normal diet isn't what your body needs at all. There is a (getting) big difference between the two. Start by limiting your meat and carb intake. You will feel hungry but if you eat your vegetables you will be fine.
Check with your family doctor for a dietitian that can help.
2007-05-09 04:41:00 · answer #3 · answered by Puppy Zwolle 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
proceed to devour healthful and take small walks each and every time a threat. i'm at 36 weeks precise now and that i've got not been waiting to do plenty workout for my finished being pregnant via fatigue and muscle soreness, so which you're surely no longer on my own. being pregnant boosts your metabolism and lots of girls who start up obese will finally end up dropping weight by the top of their being pregnant. I also have a chum who started being pregnant at 275 and after she gave delivery, she grew to become into right down to 250 and the toddler grew to become into thoroughly healthful. do no longer hassle approximately it too plenty! you would be wanting to do your kegals and take your prenatals to confirm you're nonetheless getting the nutrition which you relatively desire. relish your being pregnant and end aggravating!!
2016-10-30 22:56:17 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yoga may be relaxing but you can also get a good workout an hour of yoga can burn up to 350 calories
2017-03-07 04:24:15 · answer #5 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use the freezer to add some extra oomph to summer foods freeze grapes for some bite sized delights or get a popsicle mold and freeze some greek yogurt with berries
2016-07-04 08:11:39 · answer #6 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Eat five servings of fruits and veggies a day
2016-06-29 09:20:56 · answer #7 · answered by ? 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
carry a cooler stocked with three bottles of water a six pack four pb js two oranges a bag of tortilla chips and 12 servings of cool cucumber salsa go to womenshealthmag allrecipes com for the recipe for 22 minutes
2016-01-28 04:39:36 · answer #8 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
jog on the treadmill at 4 mph for 25 minutes or at 7 mph for 9 minutes
2016-02-04 04:21:04 · answer #9 · answered by ? 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
swap out brown rice or quinoa yes even the new super food which both add up to about 220 calories per cup for cauliflower or roasted peppers that are only about 30 calories per cup
2016-02-07 16:47:47 · answer #10 · answered by Bette 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋