Weight Gain During a Healthy Pregnancy

What should you expect to gain during a normal, healthy pregnancy

A weight gain of 24-30 pounds is normal and recommended and this is what you should aim for. If you are eating nutritious food, your gain is not fat and most will be lost within 2-6 weeks after you give birth.

Here's what a typical 24-pound gain might include:

Baby 7.5 pounds
Placenta 1.0 pounds
Amniotic fluid 2.0 pounds
Breast tissue 1.0 pounds
Uterus 2.5 pounds
Blood 3.5 pounds
Other fluid 2.75 pounds
Other 3.25 pounds

About The Author
Gen Mason is a loving mother of 2 beautiful children. To learn about losing weight during and after pregnancy go to www.pregnancy-without-pounds.com.

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