![]() Amniotic fluid surrounds the baby in the womb. But what about the rest? Here’s a general idea: You know that your growing baby makes up part of the weight you’re gaining. Where do you gain the weight during pregnancy? Use our weight-gain tracking chart to track your weight yourself. Your provider checks your weight at each prenatal care visit. How can you track your weight gain during pregnancy? If you’re worried about your weight gain, talk to your health care provider. ![]() Don’t ever try to lose weight during pregnancy. You may have some growth spurts-this is when you gain several pounds in a short time and then level off. Don't worry too much if you don’t gain any weight in the first trimester, or if you gain a little more or a little less than you think you should in any week. Gaining weight slowly and steadily is best. If your baby is still growing well, your weight gain may be fine. If you’re overweight or obese and are gaining less than the recommended amounts, talk to your provider. If you’re pregnant with triplets or more, talk to your provider about the amount of weight you should gain during pregnancy. To find out your BMI, go to If you’re pregnant with one baby or twins, use the following chart to find your recommended weight gain based on your BMI before pregnancy. BMI is a measure of body fat based on your height and weight. Your health care provider uses your body mass index (also called BMI) before pregnancy to figure out how much weight you should gain during pregnancy. How much weight should you gain during pregnancy? This can increase your risk for health conditions like diabetes and high blood pressure.
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