So many of my pregnant clients have an “almost panic attack“ each time they have to get on the scale . IT IS NORMAL to gain on average between 11.5 kg – 16 kg throughout your pregnancy.
Why the fuss ?
Excess weight gain is associated with pregnancy -related hypertension, gestational diabetes, caesarian delivery and childhood obesity.
ITS NOT ALL YOU : Average weight distribution by the end of your pregnancy
• Baby : 3.2 - 3.6 kg
• Fat stores : 2.7 - 3.6 kg
• Blood volume : 1.4 - 1.8 kg
• Fluid volume : 0.9 -1.4 kg
• Uterus (womb) : 0.9 kg
• Placenta : 0.7 kg
TOP TIPS
EATING FOR TWO IS A MYTH : rather focus on quality nutrients
• Exercise (during & after pregnancy )and breast-feeding significantly helps loose baby fat quicker
• 6-12 months is a safe time frame to get rid of pregnancy weight
• Pre – pregnancy weight and level activity play a significant role , but if already pregnant, this is still an opportunity to alter your lifestyle and positively influence the outcome your pregnancy.