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
Diet is not starving but Eating well-balanced food.
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