Every woman needs to gain a certain amount of weight during pregnancy. This is necessary in order to maintain the normal course of pregnancy.
Indeed, by the end of pregnancy, the child weighs an average of 3.5 kg. Add to this the weight of the placenta, amniotic fluid and enlarged mammary glands. However, what weight gain can be considered the norm🤔?
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For each woman, this figure is individual. It is generally accepted that normal weight gain is determined by pre-pregnancy weight and depends on body mass index (BMI).

What is Body Mass Index (BMI)
Women with a normal body mass index (BMI) are expected to gain between 10 and 15 kg during pregnancy. Therefore, the first step is to calculate your BMI by the ratio of height and weight.
To determine your BMI, divide your weight (kg) by your height (m) squared.
When it comes to weight gain during pregnancy, the main principle is simple: a woman with a low BMI is encouraged to gain more weight than a woman with a high BMI. If you are not sure about your BMI, talk to your doctor about how many pounds during pregnancy is good for you to gain☝️.

Here is a rough chart showing you how many additional calories you need to consume for healthy weight gain during pregnancy by trimester:

First trimester: No extra calories needed.
Second trimester: Approximately 340 extra calories per day.
Third trimester: Approximately 450 extra calories per day.
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During pregnancy, you should not go on a diet, because if you remove any foods from the diet and do not pick up a replacement for them, the baby will not receive nutrients that are important for its development☺️.
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Control your weight
Try to measure your weight more often to control the set of required kilograms. During pregnancy, scales will be a good helper.
Don't diet during pregnancy, but don't forget to watch what you eat. Include plenty of nutritious and healthy foods in your diet. A double serving of chocolate and ice cream is not what your baby needs.

If you are underweight or overweight, your healthcare provider will provide you with tips on how to eat right so that you and your baby stay healthy throughout your pregnancy🙏.
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To keep yourself in shape, moderate but regular physical activity is best - walking, swimming, yoga for pregnant women. Exercising will also help manage unpleasant pregnancy symptoms such as back pain, cramps, and swelling.

When your baby is born, most of the weight gained during pregnancy will be gone, but additional fat stores will remain to ensure the production of breast milk🤔.

The most important thing during pregnancy is the health of the mother and her baby. Every pregnant woman is unique, so listen to your body and don't be afraid to seek advice from your doctor on all issues related to weight gain during pregnancy.