So do you think that I should be watching then? I have eating very healthy that is why I am a little unsure of where all the weight came from....maybe I am not active enough!
Typical Weight Gain at 21 weeks with twins....
July 03, 2008
Dr.Q. I was wondering what a typical weight gain would be around 21 weeks with twins. I know everyone is different but on average how much should someone have gained by this point. I have gained 18 lbs so far and am starting to wonder if maybe it is too much...what do you think?
Liane, I would really try not to worry so much! I gained 9lbs in one month ( around 20 weeks), just carrying one, and freaked out...but after that my weight gain really slowed down..maybe the babies just had a growth spurt, who knows!? If your doctor isn't concerned, then you shouldn't be concerned! You are doing wonderfully with your pregnancy!
i will look to see what i had gained at that stage - i really gained mostly all in the belly. i gained 52 lbs (my doctor recommended 50 - but i was also early!) In one week i dropped 27lbs - isn't that crazy!? i know the rest will take a little more to come off but its crazy how big (i mean BIG my belly got!!!) it's so much fun and so worth it. i think a lot of my weight had to do with so much bed rest. i had to depend on whatever someone brought or hubby made.
how are those kiddos?
how are those kiddos?
Shelly!!! I am so happy to hear from you!!! We miss you soo much!! How are those angels treating you? I hope you are feeling well!! The babies are doing great! Growing like little weeds!!! They are really kicking their mommy now!!! I would appreciate it so much if you could let me know how much you had gained at this point. Honestly, what does your stomach look like now...should I be scared and prepared? lol
Liane your to cute.. I am a pretty small (weight wise girl) my self this is my second baby I am only 16 weeks 5 days and I have gained 14 already and I am eat only milk 2 glasses a day one yogart lots of water veggies and fruit and some toast with peanut butter in the am...I don't think you should worrie you look so cute with my daughter I gained only 25 pounds at this point god who knows I just make sure I walk and eat right..and I am only having one..so I think your doing amazing :)
Liane- here is a GUIDELINE for healthy weight during pregnancy- the first part is what one usually gains with one baby.. and goes on to talk briefly about twins.. its only a guide- I gained 55 LBS with Jacob.. way over the reccomended limit, but my doctor did not say a thing...and I lost all but 6 LBS
Weight gain during pregnancy helps your baby grow. Gaining weight at a steady rate within recommended boundaries can also lower your chance of having hemorrhoids, varicose veins, stretch marks, backache, fatigue, indigestion, and shortness of breath during pregnancy.
Why is weight gain important during pregnancy?
The extra weight you gain during pregnancy provides nourishment to your developing baby and is also stored for breastfeeding your baby after delivery.
Where does all the extra weight go?
Here is an approximate breakdown of your weight gain:
Baby = 7-8 pounds
Placenta = 1-2 pounds
Amniotic fluid = 2 pounds
Uterus = 2 pounds
Maternal breast tissue = 2 pounds
Maternal blood = 4 pounds
Fluids in maternal tissue = 4 pounds
Maternal fat and nutrient stores = 7 pounds
How much total weight should I gain?
The amount of weight you should gain depends on your weight before pregnancy. You should gain:
25-37 pounds: If you were a healthy weight before pregnancy
28-40 pounds: If you were underweight before pregnancy
15-25 pounds: If you were overweight before pregnancy
At what rate should I gain weight during my pregnancy?
How much you should gain depends on your weight before you were pregnant and how far along you are in your pregnancy.
Healthy Weight Before Pregnancy:
3-5 pounds during the first trimester
Approximately 1-2 pounds per week in the second trimester
Approximately 1-2 pounds per week in the third trimester
Underweight Before Pregnancy:
5-6 pounds or more in your first trimester; this also can depend on how underweight you were before pregnancy & your health care provider's recommendations
1-2 pounds per week in the second and third trimesters
Overweight Before Pregnancy:
Approximately 1-2 pounds in the first trimester
Approximately 1 pound per week during the last six months
The goal is to keep weight gain as steady as possible because your baby requires a daily supply of nutrients throughout your pregnancy that comes from what you eat. It is okay for your weight gain to fluctuate a little from week to week. However, you should contact your health care provider if you suddenly gain or lose weight, especially in your third trimester. This could be a sign of preeclampsia.
What if I am carrying twins?
If you are pregnant with twins, your appropriate weight gain should be monitored by your health care provider. Weight gain should increase significantly (35-45 pounds) but will not double.
Does being underweight pose any risks to me or my baby?
Due to morning sickness, many women have trouble gaining weight in the first trimester and worry about what effects this has on their baby's development. Some women lose a little weight in the beginning of their pregnancy. Fortunately, at this time the baby does not need as many calories and nutrients as later in pregnancy. It is important to gain weight at a steady pace throughout pregnancy. If a woman does not gain weight throughout pregnancy, complications such as a low-birth weight infant or premature delivery could occur. Babies who are born to mothers who do not gain more than 20 pounds are often considered small for gestational age (SGA), meaning they may have been malnourished during pregnancy.
Healthy Eating During Pregnancy:
A sensible meal plan that is rich in vitamins and minerals are essential for a developing baby. You may want to ask your health care provider for food recommendations or seek the help of a dietician in your area.
Women who are underweight during pregnancy tend to eat low-calorie foods and not enough protein. The following are ways to get more calories:
Eat breakfast every day. Peanut butter or a slice of cheese on toast can give you an extra protein boost.
Snack between meals; yogurt and dried fruits can provide protein, calcium, and minerals.
Try to eat more foods that are high in good fats such as nuts, fatty fish, avocados, and olive oil.
Drink juices that are high in vitamin C or beta carotene, such as grapefruit juice, orange juice, papaya nectar, apricot nectar, and carrot juice.
Avoid junk food
Consult your health care provider about taking prenatal vitamins
Weight gain during pregnancy helps your baby grow. Gaining weight at a steady rate within recommended boundaries can also lower your chance of having hemorrhoids, varicose veins, stretch marks, backache, fatigue, indigestion, and shortness of breath during pregnancy.
Why is weight gain important during pregnancy?
The extra weight you gain during pregnancy provides nourishment to your developing baby and is also stored for breastfeeding your baby after delivery.
Where does all the extra weight go?
Here is an approximate breakdown of your weight gain:
Baby = 7-8 pounds
Placenta = 1-2 pounds
Amniotic fluid = 2 pounds
Uterus = 2 pounds
Maternal breast tissue = 2 pounds
Maternal blood = 4 pounds
Fluids in maternal tissue = 4 pounds
Maternal fat and nutrient stores = 7 pounds
How much total weight should I gain?
The amount of weight you should gain depends on your weight before pregnancy. You should gain:
25-37 pounds: If you were a healthy weight before pregnancy
28-40 pounds: If you were underweight before pregnancy
15-25 pounds: If you were overweight before pregnancy
At what rate should I gain weight during my pregnancy?
How much you should gain depends on your weight before you were pregnant and how far along you are in your pregnancy.
Healthy Weight Before Pregnancy:
3-5 pounds during the first trimester
Approximately 1-2 pounds per week in the second trimester
Approximately 1-2 pounds per week in the third trimester
Underweight Before Pregnancy:
5-6 pounds or more in your first trimester; this also can depend on how underweight you were before pregnancy & your health care provider's recommendations
1-2 pounds per week in the second and third trimesters
Overweight Before Pregnancy:
Approximately 1-2 pounds in the first trimester
Approximately 1 pound per week during the last six months
The goal is to keep weight gain as steady as possible because your baby requires a daily supply of nutrients throughout your pregnancy that comes from what you eat. It is okay for your weight gain to fluctuate a little from week to week. However, you should contact your health care provider if you suddenly gain or lose weight, especially in your third trimester. This could be a sign of preeclampsia.
What if I am carrying twins?
If you are pregnant with twins, your appropriate weight gain should be monitored by your health care provider. Weight gain should increase significantly (35-45 pounds) but will not double.
Does being underweight pose any risks to me or my baby?
Due to morning sickness, many women have trouble gaining weight in the first trimester and worry about what effects this has on their baby's development. Some women lose a little weight in the beginning of their pregnancy. Fortunately, at this time the baby does not need as many calories and nutrients as later in pregnancy. It is important to gain weight at a steady pace throughout pregnancy. If a woman does not gain weight throughout pregnancy, complications such as a low-birth weight infant or premature delivery could occur. Babies who are born to mothers who do not gain more than 20 pounds are often considered small for gestational age (SGA), meaning they may have been malnourished during pregnancy.
Healthy Eating During Pregnancy:
A sensible meal plan that is rich in vitamins and minerals are essential for a developing baby. You may want to ask your health care provider for food recommendations or seek the help of a dietician in your area.
Women who are underweight during pregnancy tend to eat low-calorie foods and not enough protein. The following are ways to get more calories:
Eat breakfast every day. Peanut butter or a slice of cheese on toast can give you an extra protein boost.
Snack between meals; yogurt and dried fruits can provide protein, calcium, and minerals.
Try to eat more foods that are high in good fats such as nuts, fatty fish, avocados, and olive oil.
Drink juices that are high in vitamin C or beta carotene, such as grapefruit juice, orange juice, papaya nectar, apricot nectar, and carrot juice.
Avoid junk food
Consult your health care provider about taking prenatal vitamins
Wow Caryn this really puts things into perspective. I was a healthy weight before I got preggo. So say I gained 5 lbs in the first trimester (1-12 weeks) and then another 1.5 lbs each week up to week 21 that would be 18.5 lbs which is right where I am. I know this is based on a singleton pregnancy but still. Thanks so much, that really makes me feel better! You ladies are so amazing!!!
hey girls!! Liane - nothing to worry about - the weight is for the babies and i started losing a little towards the end. you gain a lot of it now and will have some peaks and valleys. keep doing what you are doing and not worry about it. my belly was HUGE - every nurse was like can i touch it? LOL it just looked like a torpedo. again i will post pics soon but i have very little spare time.
Okay so i will say schedule as much help as you can. this is A LOT of work but so worth it. just don't think you'll have much time for other things right away. So the girls need to gain weight - Kaylee lost another ounce and presley maintained. we are on a strict feeding schedule. I am pumping, BF and formula. the doc wants the formula for the weight and it's really hard to bf both at the same times b/c they are not always on the same schedule but it makes me feel so incredible to BF - true bonding experience.
okay so about the belly - i am quite shocked at how much it has gone down... my dh is like holy cow - granted it still look pregnant but not that bad (i thought it would be a lot bigger right now.) i know it will start to look flabby but i'm feeling good about things so far. my maternity pants FALL off...thats a great feeling. anyways, it's really not that bad - but ask me again in a few weeks! ha! the c sec was nothing - i was up and around in no time and i don't even feel like i had surgery - 9 days later. at 4 days later i still felt really good but i respond well to surgery. plus i don't have time to think about anything but the girls!!
keep up the weight and no worries on the belly - it's really not that bad!!!!!! :) i will work on pics this weekend - gosh these girls MELT my heart!
Okay so i will say schedule as much help as you can. this is A LOT of work but so worth it. just don't think you'll have much time for other things right away. So the girls need to gain weight - Kaylee lost another ounce and presley maintained. we are on a strict feeding schedule. I am pumping, BF and formula. the doc wants the formula for the weight and it's really hard to bf both at the same times b/c they are not always on the same schedule but it makes me feel so incredible to BF - true bonding experience.
okay so about the belly - i am quite shocked at how much it has gone down... my dh is like holy cow - granted it still look pregnant but not that bad (i thought it would be a lot bigger right now.) i know it will start to look flabby but i'm feeling good about things so far. my maternity pants FALL off...thats a great feeling. anyways, it's really not that bad - but ask me again in a few weeks! ha! the c sec was nothing - i was up and around in no time and i don't even feel like i had surgery - 9 days later. at 4 days later i still felt really good but i respond well to surgery. plus i don't have time to think about anything but the girls!!
keep up the weight and no worries on the belly - it's really not that bad!!!!!! :) i will work on pics this weekend - gosh these girls MELT my heart!
July 03, 2008