Trying to lose weight while pregnant?

Question

Is it safe to try and lose weight when u first find out ur pregnant. I gained weight during COVID when I wasn’t working. I’m 10 pounds heavier than my normal weight. I have been trying to eat better and avoid a ton of calories and sugar. Everyone I work with says it’s fine. I lost 3 pounds and my hubby says No that I shouldn’t be losing. I feel like as long as I’m not hungry and not trying to hard it’s okay. What’s everyone else’s opinion? I’m 11 weeks pregnant Incase that make a difference.

Answer

Eat healthy and gentle exercise, but don't actively try to lose weight, now isn't the time - the first trimester will likely result in you dropping some lbs anyway

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Definitely express your thoughts with the Dr.
But it can't hurt you if you are eating healthy foods (protein, veggies, fruits) and drinking lots of water. You still need some carbs (rice, etc) for energy! (Heck, my whole first tri that's all I could get down.) But now that I'm in my second tri (17 weeks), I've still only gained about 4.5 lbs. I was walking a lot in the beginning, now I try to walk at least 40 min a day. It's hard to get in longer bc I have to pee all the time lol. Good luck! Embrace the change!

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Usually if you're overweight you lose weight in the first trimester. 
With my first son I lost 15 pounds 
And with my second son I lost 20 
But gained it back plus 20 with each of them. I'm currently 35 weeks pregnant with my second son.

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Pregnancy is not the time to try to lose weight. I asked my nurse, she told me to be careful about that because losing weight can cause stress on your body and it's not good for your baby. You should just eat healthy and try not to gain too much weight.

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