Is it normal to lose five lbs during week 36?

Question

I just noticed that I've been losing weight instead of gaining... It means that so far I've gained 25 lbs total throughout my pregnancy. Is this normal? Should I call the OB? I'm so nervous I've only had one appointment in my whole third trimester because of covid, I really feel like I'm freefalling and no one is here to catch me.

Answer

It depends on your starting weight and BMI. If you look up a pregnancy weight gain calculator online, that may help you.

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I started at 122 and went up to 136 and now I’m 132 again (38 weeks) doctor said it’s totally normal to stop gaining at the end or even lose. I’d just be mindful of making sure your protein intake is adequate-that was the advice I received. Good luck

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I gained weight in the first trimester, plateaued during the 2nd and lost at least 1-5 lbs every week during the 3rd. My OB was not concerned because baby was growing well.

Is it normal to lose five lbs during week 36?

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