I’m on my 12th week, I’ve lost 15 lbs since I’ve gotten pregnant because I can’t seem to keep anything down. I’m a little concerned because other friends starting showing by now and I’m not. Everyone who doesn’t know I’m pregnant keeps complementing me on my weight loss and those who do know I’m pregnant seem concerned. Should I be concerned? When should I start gaining weight. I know that it may be awhile before I start showing because it all depends on the person (and I have a titled uterus) but should I really be gaining weight now rather than losing weight?
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I had lost 5 lbs by my 2nd trimester for the same reason. Just keep taking those vitamins! My doc made me eat 3200 calories a day AND drink 2 slim fasts. I am 22 weeks now and have gained it back (VERY slowly). It was very hard, I had to eat like a cow.
I’m in my 12th week as well and I’ve lost 10 according to my doc’s visit last week…My only suggestion is to eat whenever you can. Even if you throw it up, try to eat something again until you manage to keep something down. It’s completely normal for a woman who is very sick during her first trimester to lose weight rather than gain it. Most pregnancy books and docs will assure you that you will eventually catch up with the weight gain later on in pregnancy.
As for the not showing part, if this is your first child, it can be a bit before you show. I’ve only recently noticed that I’ve developed a little pooch in my lower tummy…When is your next doc appointment? Be sure and consult with him aobut your concerns. He will be able to offer you the best advice. If you’re appointment is more than a week or two away, you may want to call and talk to a nurse and see what kind of advice they can give you.
Good luck to you! Hope you have a healthy and happy nine months!
I’ll be 12 weeks tomorrow and i have lost 5 pounds since the beginning…my doc. assured me that’s normal since i have been sick throughout…i’m actually ready to gain weight…i want to start showing!!! goodluck though!