I am 23 weeks pregnant and wondering if I have gained too much weight?

Question

I normally weigh 135-140. Before getting pregnant I weighed 155(a littler overweight) adn I am now 182. thanks

Answer 1

Typically you should try to gain only 25-35 pounds during pregnancy anything above that will just be fat you are putting on yourself. If you are hungry try eating something healthy like fruit or food with lots of fiber. You havn't gained to much yet; but just be mindful of how much you eat and what you eat. I am at week 36 and a half and I have gained 18 pounds. I was overweight before I got pregnant so I have been shooting for the lower weight gain as I really don't want the added weight to lose afterward.

Answer 2

For a normal weight woman, a good weight gain during pregnancy is between 25-35 lbs. For overweight women, weight gain should be kept on the lower side (around 25lbs) and for an underweight woman, weight gain should be more (around 35 + lbs.)

That being said, what is normal? Every woman is different and will gain weight differently. Just be sensible about what you put in your body, and make sure you are walking and drinking water all the time!

I am 21 weeks along, and I have gained 11 lbs. My doc wants me to keep my weight gain to a minimum since I started out a little overweight.

Answer 3

27 pounds in the first 23 weeks is a lot, even if you weren't a little overweight to start with. Much of the weight gain in pregnancy comes in the later weeks. What does your doctor say? Don't just start dieting, since that could be a problem for you and for the baby, but get advice from your doc on weight gain/control.

Answer 4

My doctor has been very happy with my weight gain but now that I hear everyone talking about the amount of weight they have gained I worry a little bit. I am 38 weeks pregnant and have only gained 18 total. I have actually thinned out in my legs, arms, neck and back. Granted I was 207 when I got pregnant. My doctor told me that when I leave the hospital after giving birth I will probably 1 or 2 sizes smaller than I was when I got pregnant. That just shows you how the amount of weight you gain during pregnancy varies from case to case. Even though your doctor has not said anything bad about it, have a long conversation with him/her about your concerns. Only your doctor knows whats best for you.

Answer 5

no your not gaining too much well I dont really know cuz I am 33 weeks and 4 days and I went from 155 to now 195 but I have been losing weight the last 2 months.. Have you done any walking.. I know its hard but ur only 23 weeks and are near where I am.. It will be hard to get it off. I suggest you to start walking thats why I have been losing here lately it wont hurt your baby dont worry just make sure your well hydrated.. But I wont worry soon you will get a high boost of energy like I have now and you wont want to sit down... You will want everything in the house perfact and that causes you to work and be more motivated to move around... Trust me...

Answer 6

Goodness gracious! have been you underweight in the previous to procure pregnant? (top vs. weight ratio) in case you're 5'6" or taller then you definately are in accordance on your BMI... 5'5" remains w/in variety yet on the backside point in the previous the underweight class. besides, as on your weight benefit it relies upon on your actual interest and the nutrition you consume daily. Your physique would not only magically arise w/ the load, you get it from someplace. It would not recommend end or sluggish your eating, yet once you at the instant are not eating as solid as you should be this could be a ingredient- a huge one. Gaining weight is thoroughly everyday and truthfully everyone does it in diverse techniques. You considerable benefit all of it now and in ordinary terms benefit some lbs later. some women folk do no longer benefit in any respect until eventually they're around your week and blow up. some women folk are stable and a few are sporadic. The averages of weight benefit for a healthy woman (no longer obese/fat/obese or skinny/underweight) is between 25-35 lbs. A obese/fat/obese woman: 10-20 lbs. a skinny/underweight woman: 25-40 5 lbs. carry in there! communicate w/ your OB in case you have no longer already. additionally, verify to maintain a healthy daily way of existence- healthy ingredients (loads of end result/vegetables) and universal workout (mild). facilitates you and infant.

Answer 7

Hmmm. Thats what 27 lbs in 23 weeks. It is a little much so quickly. Try to lower your calorie intake and walk alot. Be sure to drink a ton of water. I gained most of mine in my 2nd trimester. I was around where you are. Just dont go over board and make sure you take care of yourself. Dont stress too much about weight, enjoy the pregnancy. Eat healthy, and just dont indulge too often.
You'll be fine.

Congrats!

BTW- I was 150 when I got pregnant (Im 5'4) I am currently 196. Got weighed yesterday. 46 lbs in 37 weeks is not too bad, my pregnancy has been perfect, no problems and my doc hasnt mentioned 1 thing to me.

Answer 8

You haven't gained to much as of yet, but you're heading that way since you still have about 16 weeks to go and alot of the weight is gained during the last trimester. If you're concerned, talk to you doctor about how to slow the weight gain. You don't want to stop gaining or lose though. It's not good for the baby.

Answer 9

generally its said to be ok to gain around 25-35 pounds during pregnancy.
i am 7 weeks pregnant and i ve gained 10 punds already. mainly because i feel tired all the time and never exercise. i am hoping to keep my weight under control atleast from now on by keeping active.
i found a very useful site on the net:
http://www.babycenter.com/calculators/weightgain/
also am doing some exercises that have really helped with the fatigue from this site :
http://www.healthandyoga.com
good luck !

Answer 10

Whoo... you should be fine, just try to eat sensibly... I'm 17 weeks and i've gained 5 lbs only so far... but you'll be fine, just exercise and eat right!@ :)