Can stress cause weight loss during pregnancy?

Question

Going through a lot of family tension lately and my weight has actually gone down a bit instead of up. Now im worried matlab is the baby getting enough? Has stress done this to anyone else?

Antara Haldar · Answer

I totally understand what you are going through, sweetheart. Stress is very tough on the body, please try to pamper yourself and eat small meals.

Bhagyalakshmi Yadav · Answer

It can happen if stress is causing severe nausea or loss of appetite. Eat calorie-dense foods like dry fruits and keep your gynac in the loop.

Manju Parekh · Answer

I panicked when my weight dropped by 3 kgs in the early months due to stress and morning sickness. But my gynac assured me the baby still gets what they need, so take a deep breath.

Savita Guha · Answer

At home they say to drink warm milk to calm down, which helps. But if you are losing weight, do let your doctor know so they can check your nutrition.

Darshana Ganguly · Answer

With twins, I was stressed 24/7 but still managed to put on weight because of constant hunger! But jokes apart, severe stress can definitely drop your appetite, so take care.

Deeptha Sisodiya · Answer

Yes, absolutely. I felt so overwhelmed in my first trimester that I couldn't eat properly and actually lost 2 kgs.

Urvi Gupta · Answer

Stress messes with your appetite big time, which naturally leads to weight loss. Stop overthinking, focus on high-protein snacks, and consult your doctor if the weight drop is too sudden.

Anusha Pradhan · Answer

Post my C-section, recovery taught me how much mind and body are connected. Try to stay calm for your little one, even light weight loss is recoverable once you feel better.