Childbirth is in a class by itself.
During your second trimester (months 4-6 of pregnancy), increase your caloric intake daily. How much weight you need to gain depends on many things, including your pre-pregnancy weight. Do not use weight loss diets during pregnancy. You need calories and nutrients for your baby’s healthy growth and development. It’s best to consult with your doctor about your individual weight gain.
During your second trimester (months 4-6 of pregnancy), increase your caloric intake daily. How much weight you need to gain depends on many things, including your pre-pregnancy weight. Do not use weight loss diets during pregnancy. You need calories and nutrients for your baby’s healthy growth and development. It’s best to consult with your doctor about your individual weight gain.
Below are the guidelines from the Institute of Medicine (IOM) (2013a) re-examination of the science of pregnancy weight gain:
| Pre-pregnancy BMI (kg/m2) | Recommended Weight Gain (Kg)s |
|---|
| Underweight (BMI < 18.5) | 12.5–18 |
| Normal Weight (BMI 18.5-24.9) | 11–16 |
| Overweight (BMI 25-29.9) | 7–11 |
| Obese (BMI ≥ 30) | 5–9 |
