weight loss during pregnancy

Hi all, I lost 4 and a half stone then got caught pregnant (couldn't be happier) I was just wondering because no apps give u the option of being pregnant so I didn't know if id need more calories with being pregnant, I've used being pregnant as an excuse way to long as I'm 6 months I've put 3 and a half back on already and I Feeling like a whale with legs going from a size 14 to 20 in 6 months is scary so any advice support or info would be very much appreciated thank you so much x

You really shouldn't diet while pregnant. But yes you do need more calories while pregnant, about 300 more a day.

I'm not dieting extremely just wanna loose a bit at a safe rate

This is one of those times where you need to sit down with your doctor and have that conversation with him. Without proper nutrients you could end up nutritionally hurting your child which could effect development. 

From BabyCenter.com:

Is it okay to lose weight during pregnancy?

Pregnancy is definitely not the time to go on a weight-loss diet: Restricting your food intake is potentially hazardous to you and your developing baby. But many plus-size women do lose weight during pregnancy without dieting.

In the first trimester, it's common to lose weight as the result of morning sickness: The nausea can diminish your appetite, and the vomiting can cause you to miss out on calories. But even so, your baby will get all the necessary calories.

Overweight women have an extra reserve of calories in stored fat, so as your baby grows, it's not harmful to maintain or even lose a little weight at first. What's not okay is losing weight because you're intentionally cutting calories (and, as a result, limiting nutrients).

 

At 6 months, your baby should not be getting less nutrients so that you can feel better about your size. Unless your doctor says that it is medically necessary for you to lose weight now, you are going to have to wait until your baby is born before you can start losing weight again.

Yes you can lose a LITTLE weight while pregnant. Sit down with your doc and get a basic healthy food plan and exercise plan. Some little weights, yoga, walking. Just remember baby comes first though I'm sure you know that. :-)

You need to talk with your doctor.

 

Typically you cannot lose weight, if you are very heavy you can maintain weight. 

 

The reason not to lose weight is because it realeases toxins, can set you up for a higher rate of preclampsia...etc is my understanding. 

Unless your OB/physician has suggested you lose weight because the risks associated with your current weight outweight the risks of losing weight while pregnant, you should not be attempting weight loss.

Even women who were obese before pregnancy should still gain 11-20 pounds, according to the American Pregnancy Association.

If you are truly concerned about the effect your weight is having on your pregnancy, please speak to your doctor. Until you do, please don't try to lose any more weight.

You've gained 3 and a half stone in the past 6 months? Have you been tested for gestational diabetes?

Thanks everyone I've spoke to a dietition and I have been testest or complications and everything's fine she sai if I have 1800 calories today I'll loose weight at a safe rate and the baby will have all the nutrients he needs, I've put it on so fast because I lost it so fast but thanks :)

A dietician is not a doctor, more importantly not an obstetritian. 

Original Post by anya1229:

A dietician is not a doctor, more importantly not an obstetritian. 

What she said.

You need to check with the doctor that is providing medical care for you during your pregnancy. While it's unlikely anything detrimental will happen eating 1,800 calories a day, it's always better to check with an actual doctor.

Also, why are you so concerned about the weight gain NOW? Pregnancy isn't usually the time to attempt weight loss or start a new exercise regime. You have a mere 3 months left until you can lose weight without affecting the life of a baby.

Hi I just wanted to throw my experience in, as someone who was stuck in a eating disorder when I became pregnant, as soon as I knew I was pregnant I ate everything full fat and I did put on a lot of weight very fast, however it was needed. Your baby uses fat to create the myelin in their brains, full fat is essential to brain growth in a fetus. An OB will always tell you, do NOT leave out full fats in your diet, don't drink low fat milk or skip egg yolks, this is all essential. Pregnancy is the last time to try to lose weight, start after the baby is born. Yes some people who are very heavy to begin with, will normally lose a few with pregnancy, but you should not try. Please please speak with your OB, mine always told me "I don't care if you gain 80 pounds when your pregnant, I don't want you trying to lose weight or stave off gaining weight." why not just talk casual walks everyday, maybe some prenatal yoga ( make sure it's prenatal) and try to eat a wide variety of healthy natural things, eggs, fruit, vegetables, occasional low mercury fish, chicken, etc..... Keep yourself simply healthy an you will bounce back quicker after pregnancy.

I agree with PP, a dietician is not who you should be talking to, unless your OB sent you to them. You don't need to eat tons and tons of junk food, but for the brain and overall development of your baby, you should not be limiting calories.