How much weight should you gain in pregnancy?

Question

Everyone at ghar has a different opinion, saas says eat for two, others say dont gain too much. Im in 5th month and honestly confused. How much is actually normal to put on?

Sita Tilak · Answer

Chill yaaar, don't stress too much about the weight. Eat what you love in moderation and stay happy, your body knows what it's doing.

Sushma Dash · Answer

Eat simple home-cooked food like dals, ghee, and veggies, and let your body gain what it naturally needs. Just consult your gynac if you feel too weak or have sudden swelling.

Anindita Sahni · Answer

It completely depends on your starting BMI. Gaining 11 to 15 kg is standard for a normal BMI, but your gynac will give you a personalized target.

Amrapali Shukla · Answer

My weight went up by almost 15 kg and I felt so heavy, but most of it was just water and baby weight. It sheds naturally after delivery, so don't worry about it now.

Tulsi Bhatt · Answer

After going through so much to get pregnant, I stopped focusing on the numbers completely. Just feed your body healthy nutrients and trust your doctor's guidance.

Bharati Kale · Answer

I felt so conscious when I gained 14kg, but my mom reminded me it's mostly amniotic fluid, placenta, and increased blood. It's all for the baby!

Gomti Rathore · Answer

Usually, gaining 10 to 12 kg is considered very healthy. Just focus on eating fresh food and don't stress about the scale.

Yuvika Hada · Answer

I totally understand how stressful it feels to see the numbers go up. Just remember your body is growing a whole life, so be gentle with yourself.

Sampada Thakkar · Answer

If your doctor allows, light walking and prenatal yoga can help you stay fit. I gained around 11 kg by keeping active and eating balanced meals.

Himani Mane · Answer

Always ask your doctor what the ideal weight gain target is for your body. They track it at every visit to ensure you and baby are safe.

Saraswati Apte · Answer

Panicked when I didn't gain any weight in my first trimester, but then gained steadily later on. It's totally normal for the pace to vary.

Sowmya Sehgal · Answer

Anxiety made me worry so much about my weight gain because everyone's bump looked different. But my doctor said as long as the baby's growth is normal, the exact weight doesn't matter.