Hi all, at my 21 week appointment, my doctor said he’s concerned that I’m not gaining any weight. I lost 15 pounds in the first trimester and haven’t gained any of it back yet. Baby is fine. I’ve just been eating when and what I want, whenever I’m hungry or craving something, and staying super hydrated.

Over the past several days I’ve been forcing myself to eat more - and I feel sick and horrible. I’m getting reflux, gas, and I can’t sleep. I’m not nauseous, but I keep almost vomiting out of nowhere.

My husband is very disappointed whenever I don’t eat. My mom, on the other hand, is thrilled that I’m not gaining weight and is advising me not to listen to my doctor so that I stay thinner.

I’m really struggling and I don’t know what to do. I work a lot and can’t just “snack throughout the day” like everyone is so fond of suggesting. I’m at a loss and it’s stressing me out very much.

Help?