How much weight gain during pregnancy is considered normal/healthy?

Hey mummies, how much weight gain throughout pregnancy is considered normal or healthy? I’m only just 6 weeks pregnant but have gained quite a bit of weight that I’m starting to feel insecure about my body already and fear for the next 34 weeks to come.. I used to engage in intermittent fasting (16-8) and workout quite a bit (HIIT and strength training mainly), but was told to refrain from any of these during pregnancy. So now I try to briskwalk on treadmill and do light stretches instead, and snack on fruits, yogurt, and granola oats in between meals.. but my weight has gained from 49kg > 53kg… I don’t think it’s normal to be gaining 4kg at just 6 weeks. Any advice?? #insecure #weightgain

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Hey mama! First off, congrats on your pregnancy! 🎉💖 It’s super normal to feel a bit unsure about all the changes happening. Weight gain can vary a lot, especially in early pregnancy, and sometimes those extra pounds sneak up due to things like water retention and all the extra blood your body’s producing. So honestly, gaining around 4 kg at this stage can be totally okay! Switching to walking and light stretching sounds like a solid plan – and those snacks sound pretty healthy, too! Every pregnancy is its own journey, and sometimes our bodies have different plans, but you’re doing awesome. If you’re curious about what’s typical for weight gain throughout pregnancy and some other tips, check out this article we have: https://sg.theasianparent.com/how-much-pregnancy-weight-should-you-gain Hope this helps a bit! And remember, you’re not alone in this! 🌟💪

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