01/18/10
Posted by Robin Simmons on Tuesday, January 19, 2010
Estimate your pregnancy weight gain
You should gain roughly 15 lbs. during your pregnancy.
Over the last two trimesters you should gain about 2 lbs. every 4 weeks.
How it breaks down
If you gained the average of range above, this is where the weight would go (totals are rounded):
| Maternal: | |
|---|---|
| Uterus | 0.79 lbs. |
| Breasts | 0.33 lbs. |
| Blood | 1.03 lbs. |
| Water | 1.38 lbs. |
| Fat | 2.75 lbs. |
| Subtotal | 6.28 lbs. |
| Fetal: |
|
| Fetus | 7.5 lbs. |
| Placenta | 0.53 lbs. |
| Amniotic Fluid | 0.65 lbs. |
| Subtotal | 8.68 lbs. |
| Total | 14.96 lbs. |
Source: ACOG. The formula
is based on your current size and weight and whether you are underweight, overweight,
or normal weight.
IMPORTANT: This is only an estimate. Please consult your healthcare provider for a more detailed description of your recommended weight gain.
IMPORTANT: This is only an estimate. Please consult your healthcare provider for a more detailed description of your recommended weight gain.