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Weight Gain in Pregnancy: How much is Good?
Pregnancy is the first step to motherhood. While the female body changes all the time, the most drastic changes come with pregnancy. You create a human inside you and consequently gain weight, and many other changes are induced. In short, your body deals with several changes as your body weight increases during pregnancy. But what causes this to happen?
What Causes Weight Gain During Pregnancy?
Pregnancy and weight are inseparable, but the weight you gain during pregnancy is not your enemy. On the contrary, it is a powerhouse to strengthen you and your baby. You may think you have become fat, but instead, you are preparing to nurture and nourish your childs. Nevertheless, it is important to ensure that the weight gain is normal. Your metabolism, your genetics and your activity level highly affect the weight you gain during your pregnancy. Thus, to keep a check on your weight gain and make sure it stays within recommended limits, it is advisable to consult a nutritionist.
Pregnancy weight gain is distributed in various ways, and you probably are not able to control that. Do remember that as long as you meet the requirements of your growing child and not exceed them, it is not that much of a concern. Wondering how to know where and how much weight you should have gained? Let’s check it out.
What is Normal Weight Gain during Pregnancy:
If you are pregnant, it’s natural to gain weight, unless you resist it (which is actually unhealthy for you and the baby). Now that you are gaining weight and since it is completely normal to do so, embrace it and know how much and when to gain weight through your pregnancy.
While pregnancy asks for weight gain, this does not mean you need to eat for two. Instead, eat twice as healthy as you normally do. A well-balanced pregnancy diet is a key to a healthy pregnancy weight. This means that you do not need to double your calories, at least not when you are taking baby steps in the period of pregnancy. Make sure you eat nutrient rich food for a boost of energy at this crucial stage of growth.
“Have I gained more weight than the normal?” Or “Have I gained less weight than the normal weight?” These questions usually bother the mother-to-be, but the regular weight gain usually varies from one person to another. Regular monitoring and tracking, and reviewing the changes with your doctor can provide all these answers. Here is why you need to guard against too much or too little weight gain:
Cons of Too Much Weight Gain:
If you put on more than the recommended weight, you are at a higher risk to chances of gestational diabetes, hypertension and complications during labour and delivery. The stretch marks on your body can also cause unnecessary problems and every extra kilo gained is an extra kilo that you need to lose.
Cons of Less Weight Gain:
Low-birth-weight of the baby (less than 2.5 kg )
Difficulty in feeding and low blood sugar
The risk of certain complications during the pregnancy. Examples are hypertension, preeclampsia, and large infants
What Should Be Ideal BMI in Pregnancy:
The amount of weight that pregnant women can expect to gain depends on the BMI. Your BMI is calculated by your height and weight. The first step to determining your weight gain goal is to determine your BMI. Since the ideal BMI being 18.5-24.9, the weight gain goal for women during their pregnancy is 11-15 kgs.
How much weight should a pregnant woman expect to gain:
Pregnancy is divided into three trimesters, with each trimester having its own needs. It is but natural that the weight gain for each trimester would also be different. Here is a breakdown of weight gain during pregnancy.
During your first trimester:
This is the initial phase of our pregnancy, and early pregnancy weight gain is negligible in a healthy pregnant body. The foetus is tiny, and you don’t need to gain more weight than usual. Maintain your normal diet, as 0.5-2.5 kgs is enough for your baby’s nutrition. In fact, if you suffer from morning sickness, you might not gain any weight at all! Don’t worry if you lose weight while pregnant initially, as you may compensate for it in your second trimester
In your second trimester:
A total of 6 kgs appears on your body in addition to your normal weight. As the baby starts to grow, you need more energy, and thus, it is more important to gain weight
In your third trimester:
This is your last trimester, and it is also the period where you may find it difficult to digest food. This may lead to the shedding of some kilos gained earlier. Nonetheless, your weight gain is quite stable even if it drops a little during the ninth month.
Your weight gain during pregnancy month by month with a normal pre-pregnancy weight is expected to be as follows:
First trimester: 0.5-2.5 kgs overall -
Second trimester: 500 gms to 1 kg per week
Third trimester: 1500 gms -1 kg per week
Weight gain Chart during pregnancy:
The intake of the calories and the corresponding weight gain highly depends on your pre-pregnancy BMI and weight: Let us have a look at the weight gain chart during pregnancy:
Your pre-pregnancy BMI
Your target weight gain if you're carrying one child
Your target weight gain if you're carrying twins
UNDERWEIGHT
Less than 18.5
12 to 18 kgs
no recommendation
NORMAL WEIGHT
18.5 to 24.9
11 to15 kgs
16 to 24 kgs
OVERWEIGHT
25 to 29.9
6 to 11 kgs
14 to 22 kgs
OBESE
30 or higher
4 to 8 kgs
11 to 19 kgs
Pregnancy weight can be calculated using the pregnancy weight calculator which is easily accessible online.
Pregnancy Weight Gain Distribution
You probably are not able to control the way pregnancy weight is distributed. Do remember that as long as you meet the requirements of your growing child and not exceed them, it is not that much of a concern. Wondering what the ideal pregnancy weight distribution should be? Let’s check it out.
To deliver a healthy baby and keep your nourishment up to the best levels, you need to gain weight so that you and your baby do not become weak.
Here is how weight gain is distributed during this growth period:
The weight of your baby: 3.40 kgs
The weight of the placenta: 0.68 kgs
The weight of the increased fluid volume: 1.80 kgs
The weight of the uterus: 0.90 kgs
The weight of the breast tissue: 0.90 kgs
The weight of the increased blood volume:1.80 kgs
The weight of the stores of fat, protein and other nutrients: 3 kgs
The weight of Amniotic fluid: 0.90 kgs
Total weight gain: 13 kgs
Tips For Healthy Pregnancy Weight Gain:
So far we have learned about the reasons for weight gain and the importance of maintaining a stable and appropriate growth curve. While it sounds like an easy task, maintaining optimum weight during pregnancy can sometimes be challenging. From well-meaning advisors who urge you to eat some more, to the demands of your natural cravings, there are several factors which will leave you with a dilemma.
To make deciding easier, here are a few tips you need to consider:
Maintain Healthy Weight at the Initial Stage
Maintaining a healthy weight is necessary since with more calories come more problems, which may affect the baby eventually. Eating a balanced diet and maintaining your weight as per the doctor’s advice is sure to help in your pregnancy.
Eat Moderately and Often
A healthy pregnancy diet which is good for your body includes proteins, vitamins, iron, and other efficient nutrients. Weight gain depends on how many calories a pregnant woman eats. Instead of gulping a large amount of food in one go, take small but frequent meals. Eat healthy snacks every 3 hours to maintain consistency in calorie intake.
Get Hydrated
Dehydration is a big no, as it comes in the way of proper bowel movement and a satisfying meal. Water makes sure toxins are flushed regularly and helps reduce morning sickness.
Satisfy your Sweet Cravings with Nutritional Substitute
It is all about the nutrition. Cravings are natural, and it is ok to indulge in your cravings in such a way that you may get what you want without compromising on nutrition.
Recharge with Starch
Morning sickness? Feeling dizzy? Carbs can be your fairy godmother, and provide you with the nutrients your baby needs. A question that might arise now is 'How can carbohydrates help if they are sugars?
Well, while simple sugars in bread or pasta are best avoided, complex carbohydrates like brown rice, whole grain bread or whole grain pasta help you. They ensure that you stay full for long hours, and won’t give you unhealthy cravings.
Nice Walks
Walking can be rejuvenating for any pregnant lady. All you need is a 10-minute walk. Set goals for every 30 days and see that you adhere to it. Each step counts, even when you are walking, or doing daily chores. Keep track of your walking schedule. It not only helps manage weight gain effectively but also works its magic on your body, reducing aches & pain and aiding digestion.
Daily Routines Remain the Same
Pregnancy should not interfere with your daily routine drastically till the later stages If you are an athlete, you may continue your sport under expert supervision and with a doctor’s approval. Yes, gradually you may need to change your movements as your girth expands and your centre of gravity changes
Have the Occasional Sweet
It is not easy to resist your sweet cravings completely. They are natural, and once in a while, it is okay to go on and have a treat. After all, you are nurturing a new life, and you deserve to be treated like a queen
Talk About Your Weight
Discuss your pattern of weight gain with your doctor to ensure you are on the right track. Also, tell your family how you are doing and be receptive to feedback and opinions. With guidance, many pregnant ladies have successfully maintained their weight both before and after delivery. Calculate the Body Mass Index (BMI) at the first visit, then get some guidance on pregnancy weight gain as you start on this memorable journey
Losing Baby Weight – How Long Does It Take?
Going on a diet while you are breastfeeding and caring for an infant may not be a practical idea. It is important for a new mother to eat regularly and well so that she regains her strength, and is able to lactate. The physical toll that raising a baby takes, leaves most new mums perpetually tired and sleep-deprived, and exercising is not an easy option either. While choosing a healthy diet will go a long way in ensuring a return to your pre-baby weight, it may take you up to a year to do so.
In a nutshell:
Pregnancy weight gain is necessary for a healthy baby and a healthy mother, but it is important to keep in mind that being overweight and pregnant is not advisable. Not only does it make your journey difficult by increasing risks of preeclampsia, high blood pressure and clotting, but poses health risks to your baby too. With a balanced diet, you can gain necessary weight and provide essential nutrients to your baby. This also helps with your post pregnancy weight loss.
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As soon as i reached the hospital, the procedure started. Needles were poked into my hands, there was a drip attached to the cannula, one nurse checking my BP which was shooting up, and other nurses preparing for the operation. The relieving thing was listening to my baby's heartbeat. The heartbeat was all well and this gave me a sigh of relief.
The process was very scary and cannot be defined in words,. God gave me an angel in the face of a baby boy. It is the best feeling in the world to become a MOM. All the pain and fear were gone when i saw him. Seeing your child is an unexplainable joy. Throughout my journey, my parents and my husband cared for me indefinitely. The tough pregnancy journey was a test for me, but God has given me the most precious gift of my life at the end.
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Children are shrewd nowadays, it is only the correct way we have to disclose to them how to utilize their keenness. Kids are the most naïve and subsequently powerless creatures, if not prepared for what will come along in the future. All things considered, truly, your children might be more astute than you in your adolescence were. However, social media stalkers and sexual abusers have gotten more power because of the same innovations.
Being 2-year babies have come to being in the baby state. A 2-year-old can take names or make a guidance which someone else can without much of a stretch get it. Endeavour to show your child/little girl to state the names as plainly as would be prudent. His/her name as well as both of yours (you or your life partner) alongside the surname.
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दूसरे के घर का खाना तुझे इतना क्यों भाए !
मेरी पड़ोसन का 3 साल का बेटा अक्सर मेरे यहाँ आता है, मैं उसे जो भी बिस्किट, फ़्रूट, या खाने की चीज देती हूँ तो फट से ले कर खाने लगता है। एक दिन मैं तरबूज काट रही थी और वो मां बेटे आ गए। मैंने उसे तरबूज की स्लाइस देना चाहा तो पड़ोसन ने मना कर दिया कि "अरे! नहीं यार इसे मत दे यह टर्बोज़ज़ नहीं खाता, यूँ ही ले कर बर्बाद करेगा"।
मैंने कहा "कोई बात नहीं करने दे" - उसने तरबूज लिया और फटाफट खा गया, फिर एक स्लाइस और लेने आ गया। मैंने पड़ोसन को देखा और हँस पड़ी - वो कहने लगी "देख ले इसे इतना बदमाश है, घर पर कभी नहीं खाएगा और इसे तेरे घर का तरबूज ज्यादा मीठा लगता है।
उसी तरह से मेरी बेटी घर में जो चीजें नहीं खाती, वो, वही चीजें दूसरे के घर ऐसे चाव से खाती हैं कि जैसे पहली बार मिली हो। बच्चे इतने बदमाश क्यों होते है, यह आज तक समझ नहीं आया। दूसरे के घर खाना इनकी हॉबी है शायद, यह अकेले मेरे या पड़ोसन के बच्चे की नहीं बल्कि इनकी उम्र के सभी बच्चों को लगता है कि इनका प्रिय भोजन पड़ोसियों के घर में पकता है।
मेरी बेटी आम नहीं खाती और उसे मैंगो-शेक तो बिलकुल पसंद नहीं है।उस दिन किसी रिश्तेदार के घर मिलने गए, वहाँ उन्होंने मैंगो-शेक बनाया, मैंने कहा "भाभी इसको मत दो यह नहीं पीती"।भाभी ने प्यार से कहा "कैसे नहीं पीयेगी, ज़रूर पीयेगी, हैं ना गुड़िया?" और उसने मुस्कुराते हुए गिलास पकड़ा और एक ही सांस में आधा गिलास खत्म कर दिया।
मुझे खुशी भी हुई और शर्मिंदगी भी महसूस हुई कि भाभी सोचेगी कि मैं झूठ कह रही थी। बाद में मैंने घर पर शेक बनाया तो मैडम को नहीं पीना, यह बच्चे अक्सर ऐसा करते हैं, इनको दूसरे के घर खाना बहुत पसंद होता है।कई बार हम इनकी पसन्द की चीज प्लेट में लेकर पीछे घूमते रहते हैं तो ये नहीं खायेंगे। इनको बस पड़ोसी के घर जाते ही भूख लग जाती है। कई बार तो मन करता है कि मैं पड़ोसी के बच्चों को खिलाया करूँ और पड़ोसी, मेरे बच्चों को खिलाएं। बस यही पूछती रहती हूँ कि "बेटा दूसरे के घर का खाना तुझे इतना क्यों भाए"?
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A. since you are right follicle is 18 mm yes of course you can start with your intercourse for conception as in 1 to 2 days
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