I'm concerned about my weight gain during pregnancy. What is the average or healthy amount of weight (in kgs) that one can expect to gain throughout pregnancy?
Every pregnancy is completely unique and weight gain depends heavily on your pre-pregnancy weight. Please don't compare yourself to others online. It is always safest to let your gynac evaluate if your weight gain is on track during your checkups.
Please do not stress about the numbers on the scale right now. Your body is doing something incredibly precious, and healthy weight gain is normal. My doctor guided me step-by-step on what was safe for my baby's growth after my previous loss.
Standard weight gain is usually around 10 to 15 kgs, but it varies completely based on your starting BMI. I had some high blood pressure issues, so my doctor monitored my weight closely. Always let your gynac guide you on what is healthy for your specific case.
I gained almost 16 kgs and was so worried I would never lose it, but looking back now that my kid is a toddler, it was all worth it. Most of it is just water weight, placenta, and baby. It naturally sheds off with time and active days.
Gaining around 11-15 kgs is quite normal for most mothers. Just focus on eating healthy meals and your body will gain exactly what it needs for the baby.
