How much weight should I gain during pregnancy?

Weight Gain Recommendations For Women Pregnant With One Baby:

If before pregnancy, you were…               You should gain…

Underweight

BMI less than 18.5: 28-40 pounds

Normal Weight

BMI 18.5-24.9:    25-35 pounds

Overweight

BMI 25.0-29.9: 15-25 pounds

Obese

BMI greater than or equal to 30.0: 11- 20 pounds

Weight Gain Recommendations For Women Pregnant With Twins

If before pregnancy, you were…

Underweight

BMI of less than 18.5:  50-62 pounds*

Normal Weight

BMI 18.5-24.9:   37-54 pounds

Overweight

BMI 25.0-29.9: 31-50 pounds

Obese

BMI greater than or equal to 30.0 : 25-42 pounds