Beta, don't focus too much on dieting or modern weight limits. Just eat healthy ghar ka khana, include a little ghee, and drink warm milk with a pinch of haldi. Your body knows how much to gain naturally for a healthy baby.
In my house, my MIL kept feeding me ghee and parathas saying I need to gain a lot of weight for the baby. But my doctor said 11-15 kgs is more than enough. Balance your elders' advice with what your doctor actually recommends for your health.
According to the tracking app I used, the ideal weight gain depends on your starting BMI, but 11 to 16 kg is average. The app has a weight tracker that shows if you are in the healthy range week by week. It's super helpful to monitor it there.
When I started gaining weight, I felt so insecure about my changing body at first. But then I realized it was all for my baby's growth, and I felt a deep sense of pride. I ended up gaining 13 kgs, and it was absolutely worth it.
I've gained about 8 kgs so far in my second trimester and I'm honestly a bit worried if it's too much. Are any other moms-to-be here gaining weight rapidly in their 5th or 6th month? Let me know how you manage it!
After our long IVF journey, I was terrified of doing anything wrong, including weight gain. My doctor gently guided me that gaining 10-12 kgs gradually is healthy and safe. Just take it one step at a time, your body is doing a beautiful job.
