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    • Frequently Asked Questions
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  • Our Providers
    • Dr. William L. Golden
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    • Dr. Stephen E. Litsey
    • Dr. Kenneth L. Harris
    • Dr. Kerri F. Hensarling
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How Much Weight Should I Gain In My Pregnancy?
The American College of OB/GYN and the Institute of Medicine recommends that healthy average women gain appoximately 25-35 pounds during pregnancy.  Heavier women should gain less.  Most of this weight should be in the last 24 weeks (6 Months) of pregnancy.
  • First 3 Months - normal weight gain - 2 to 4 lbs total
  • Last 6 Months - normal weight gain - 0.5 to 1 lb per week
Where do these extra pounds go?
  • Baby - 7.5 lbs
  • Extra Blood - 3.5 lbs
  • Placenta and Amniotic Fluid - 6 lbs
  • Uterus and Breast Growth - 3 lbs
  • Fat Stores - 4 to 6 lbs
  • Total - 24 to 30 lbs
Research suggests that weight gain in this range may improve your chances for having a healthy baby and may decrease the risks of your baby developing adult illnesses (Diabetes, Hypertension, Cardiovascular Disease)
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