how to slow down weight gain?

Question

I'm 13 weeks along and already gained 9 lbs! I was at a good weight to start, 124 lbs 5'6. I feel like I'm always hungry. I wake up at night to eat and drink so much water. If I ignore the hunger I get heartburn and then nausea. How can I minimize weight gain this early on?

Answer

I need to eat every 1-2 hours like this, too! I got on a cereal kick for awhile, it was satisfying and doesn't have a lot of calories. You can try a few small bowls a day. Also, started walking when I can, trying to get 30-60 min in most days. Drink 6-8 cups water a day. Some of it also might be weight from hormones. My Dr. said my body is redistributing the weight and babies can have high sugar needs, hence the hunger. Keep taking care of your hunger by eating. I've also heard that some women just gain more weight in pregnancy and then also lose it, so try to not be so hard on yourself. I keep trying to tell myself that when I get all bloated every night (still at 12.5 weeks)!

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I would like to know as well so I'll be following in case anyone has answers. I didn't have this issue this early on with my last 2 babies, I guess because I was so sick and this time it's seemed to pass (which I'm thankful for).

how to slow down weight gain?

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