{"id":3118,"date":"2020-03-17T04:49:56","date_gmt":"2020-03-17T04:49:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/?p=3118"},"modified":"2020-08-24T19:02:32","modified_gmt":"2020-08-24T19:02:32","slug":"safest-ways-to-losing-weight-while-you-are-pregnant","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/safest-ways-to-losing-weight-while-you-are-pregnant\/","title":{"rendered":"Safest Ways to Losing Weight While You Are Pregnant"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pregnancy is about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.self.com\/story\/pregnancy-beauty-benefits\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">glowing skin and luscious hair<\/a>. It\u2019\u2019s a time when you generally put weight on &#8212;\u00a0 the weight of the baby growing inside you! Plus, you might gain some extra weight around the hips and thighs as your body gets ready for the calorie-burning adventure that is breastfeeding. But if you are already overweight, or if your doctor has advised that you need to lose some weight for health reasons, you might be looking up how to lose weight while pregnant.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the most common searches on this include:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Overweight pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lose weight pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to lose weight when pregnant<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lose weight before pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Lose weight during pregnancy<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spelling mistakes aside (we\u2019re not judging, it\u2019s a classic case of baby brain!), it\u2019s clear that there are plenty of you out wanting to know how to lose weight during pregnancy. Here\u2019s our guide to losing weight during pregnancy while keeping both you and your baby safe and healthy.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Weight Loss During Pregnancy: Can You Lose Weight While Pregnant?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-3120 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Weight-Loss-During-Pregnancy-Can-You-Lose-Weight-While-Pregnant-300x205.jpeg\" alt=\"Lose Weight While Pregnant\" width=\"820\" height=\"560\" srcset=\"https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Weight-Loss-During-Pregnancy-Can-You-Lose-Weight-While-Pregnant-300x205.jpeg 300w, https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Weight-Loss-During-Pregnancy-Can-You-Lose-Weight-While-Pregnant-1024x700.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Weight-Loss-During-Pregnancy-Can-You-Lose-Weight-While-Pregnant-768x525.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Weight-Loss-During-Pregnancy-Can-You-Lose-Weight-While-Pregnant-1536x1049.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Weight-Loss-During-Pregnancy-Can-You-Lose-Weight-While-Pregnant-350x239.jpeg 350w, https:\/\/womensrealm.co\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/Weight-Loss-During-Pregnancy-Can-You-Lose-Weight-While-Pregnant.jpeg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 820px) 100vw, 820px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For the vast majority of women, losing weight during pregnancy won\u2019t be a significant concern. As your baby grows inside you, you\u2019ll experience steady weight gain. Many women report losing body fat and toning up, thanks to the simple exertion of carrying the weight of the unborn child. Other women may lose weight due to issues like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Morning sickness<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Changes in appetite\/loss of appetite (due to nausea or being repulsed by certain foods)<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Severe fatigue, which interferes with regular eating habits<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hyperemesis Gravidarum, a severe condition involving nausea and vomiting which may result in the mother being hospitalized<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you experience sudden or unexplained weight loss during pregnancy, speak to a medical practitioner immediately.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you want to lose weight during pregnancy, it\u2019s worth considering that for most women, weight gain is the expected trend during pregnancy. However, if you are overweight or obese, you may be advised by a doctor to adopt a more healthy lifestyle. This is because being overweight during pregnancy can cause:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Gestational diabetes<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">High blood pressure<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pre-eclampsia<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Blood clots<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Post-partum hemorrhage (heavy bleeding after birth)<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">How to Lose Weight While Pregnant, Safely<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Losing weight while pregnant is possible, although most medical practitioners will advise focusing on reducing body fat, toning muscles, and getting the right nutrients. Often, this will lead to the pregnant woman being at a lower body mass index (BMI) once the baby is born. Knowing how to lose weight during pregnancy is more about knowing how to keep you and your baby healthy, keep yourself as active as is safely (and comfortably!) possible, and understanding what are the best foods to eat when pregnant.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What Is a \u201cGood\u201d BMI?<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A BMI of below 25 is considered okay, although under 18.5, and you\u2019re considered underweight. BMI scores between 25 and 29.9 are considered overweight. A BMI of 30 or above is considered obese, and a doctor may advise you on how to lose weight safely without putting too much strain on your body. You can calculate your BMI<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nhlbi.nih.gov\/health\/educational\/lose_wt\/BMI\/bmicalc.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The absolute best advice is to lose weight before getting pregnant so that you are in the \u201csafe\u201d BMI range once your baby is growing inside you. Of course, not all women become pregnant on a schedule, so when this isn\u2019t possible, there are safe and responsible ways to maintain a healthy lifestyle while pregnant.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Five Ways to Manage Weight During Pregnancy<\/span><\/h2>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1: Water Aerobics<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Water is supportive, and exercising in water can keep you active while keeping some of the bump\u2019s weight off your pelvis. Water also offers more resistance than air, so even small movements have a large benefit. Gentle water aerobics tones muscles improve the cardiovascular system, and burns calories. Moving in warm water can also be very relaxing- an added bonus during pregnancy.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Always let your instructor or class leader know that you are pregnant before beginning a course of exercise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2: Add in Extra Steps<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are cleaning up, take two trips to carry the dishes to the kitchen instead of one. Climb an extra flight of stairs to get something for someone. Walk to the nearby store instead of taking the car or bus. Small, additional steps will help build muscle tone and burn fat, increasing your overall health and wellbeing.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have trouble walking, or suffer from pelvic disorders such as symphysis pubis dysfunction (SPD), you may need to avoid additional walking, so discuss with a medical practitioner what your alternatives could be.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3: Eat Healthily<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eating for two is a bit of a fallacy. Pregnant women need more calories to support their unborn child, but not double the usual intake. Start the day with a healthy breakfast, and when you need to snack, avoid foods high in sugar and saturated fats. Eat plenty of fruits, vegetables, carbs like cereals and rice, plus protein-rich foods like beans, oily fish, or poultry.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are certain foods to avoid during pregnancy, which you can read about<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/americanpregnancy.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2013\/03\/foodstoavoidduringpregnancy.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">here<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4: Yoga<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are plenty of yoga programs that are adapted for pregnant women and can help you relax and tone up. Never over-extend yourself or do more than you can safely manage.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5: Combine Kegels with Gentle Exercise<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Toning up your pelvic floor muscles is crucial prior to giving birth. Look up gentle exercise routines that incorporate<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mayoclinic.org\/healthy-lifestyle\/womens-health\/in-depth\/kegel-exercises\/art-20045283\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Kegels<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to tone up and get stronger.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you find out you\u2019re pregnant, your weight might be the last thing on your mind. But, if you\u2019re concerned that your weight might affect your pregnancy, always speak to a doctor who can give you the best advice based on your individual situation.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Takeaway: <\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite the baby growing inside, it is possible to lose weight while pregnant. This may be recommended for women who are overweight or obese. Normally the focus is on eating nutritious foods and staying active to tone up the body and keep it strong and healthy, ready for childbirth.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Pregnancy is about glowing skin and luscious hair. It\u2019\u2019s a time when you generally put weight on &#8212;\u00a0 the weight of the baby growing inside you! Plus, you might gain some extra weight around the hips and thighs as your body gets ready for the calorie-burning adventure that is breastfeeding. 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