How much weight gain is normal during pregnancy?

Question

Hi, I'm 36 weeks pregnant and how much weight gain is normal during pregnancy?. MIL what should I do? Any advice from other moms-to-be?

Arpita Bajpai · Answer

Weight gain is very personal, especially if you have PCOS. Don't compare with others, just focus on healthy eating.

Kadambari Chauhan · Answer

My saas keeps feeding me panjiri saying I look too thin. It is normal to gain, just don't overdo the heavy sweets.

Manorama Modi · Answer

Eat well, put some pure ghee in your dal, but avoid junk food. Gaining healthy weight is important for baby's strength.

Samhita Kale · Answer

Stop checking weight every day, it's not a fitness contest. Just eat balanced meals and let the doctor handle the numbers.

Reena Iyengar · Answer

I gained 15 kgs and now I lose it by running behind a crying baby at 3 AM. Enjoy the food while you can!

Monisha Saha · Answer

I honestly lost track of weight because of my parantha cravings! But doc said as long as baby is growing fine, it's okay.

Ramya Chopra · Answer

Don't stress about the scale, please. Your body is doing a miraculous job right now.

Sakshi Garg · Answer

Usually 10 to 15 kg is normal depending on your pre-pregnancy BMI. Your gynac is the best person to track this correctly.

Laveena Iyengar · Answer

Home-cooked food will naturally keep your weight in check. But if you see sudden rapid swelling or weight gain, contact your doctor.

Architha Sahni · Answer

I gained around 12 kg and stayed active. It really helped me during my normal delivery recovery.