Can I Diet while pregnant?

Question

I’m 2 days before my missed period. I tested Monday and yesterday and got positives both times. I’m 320lbs, 23, and I’m freaking out! Literally no one knows because it’s so soon and I’m so paranoid about what I eat now. Can I lose weight while still having a healthy pregnancy? I’ve been drinking only water and counting calories since last week. Any advice is welcome. I’m an over thinker obviously 😂

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If you happen to lose weight because you're eating healthy and exercising appropriately it is okay. Do not "diet", start any new exercise you aren't used to, or over restrict calories/carbs (baby actually needs carbs) I would take things slow and simple until you speak with your doctor. Congratulations!

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I was only little smaller than you when started. Advice I was given and it really worked!! 30mins exercise 5 times a week (just a short little walk, taking it easy) cut the crap food and eat well. Lots of water, fruit and veg. Don't to over board just eat healthy and you will lose weight but in a way that's healthy for you and bub! I lost 33lbs and feel so much better and am 26 weeks pregnant and bub is doing great

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My doctor was okay with me losing weight and actively trying up until about 24 weeks. I had every intention but the fatigue hit and we didn’t eat super well. I lost some weight without even trying (im assuming the sudden lack of alcohol and metabolism speeding up). And then I didn’t start gaining until about 24 weeks. I’m almost 32 now and I’ve only gained 15!

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Congratulations!! I am around the same weight and felt similarly when I first got pregnant (and still do to some extent 21 weeks in). Obviously not the ideal size to be pregnant but it is what it is! Try not to beat yourself up about it. Plenty of people have healthy pregnancies even at this weight. My doctor said she would have no concerns with me losing weight during my pregnancy as long as I wasn't being very restrictive or losing weight from being sick. She doesn't want to see me to gain much at all (none would be ideal). She recommended targeting 2000-2200 cal. She also mentioned I could see a dietitian for more specific advice if I was interested. Perhaps your doctor can refer you to a dietitian to come up with a healthy plan specifically for you.

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This thread made me feel so much better. I've been trying for 3 months to concieve and I keep breaking down thinking it's my weight gain holding me back. I gained back all the weight I lost from ppd plus a few extra I'm sitting around 300lbs..310 on a bad week. Seeing all you women getting pregnant still gives me hope.

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Yes you can...don't focus on calories you'll drive yourself nuts. I think the best way to go about it is to make sure you don't gain weight. I started my first pregnancy at 280lbs and dropped to 258 lbs by 20 weeks. Your body knows what to do and is using so much effort to make the baby that sustaining 320 lbs will be hard... Just make healthy choices and drink lots of water.

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