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Gaining weight in pregnant women during pregnancy is a must, but after a successful delivery, most mothers want to lose weight, even some people find ways to lose weight quickly.
1. During pregnancy, how much weight is appropriate for a woman to gain?
In order for the fetus to grow and develop well, the mother's body needs a lot of energy and nutrients, so a balanced, healthy, and full of nutrients is very important during pregnancy. However, pregnant women should note that it is necessary, not too much and not too little, to avoid gaining too much or too little weight.
Most doctors will recommend an appropriate amount of pregnancy weight gain based on a woman's pre-pregnancy weight. For women with a normal Body Mass Index (BMI), weight gain should be between 25-35 pounds (~ 11.34-15.88 kg), and possibly up to 45 pounds. ~ 20.41 kg) if pregnant with twins. Overweight women should only gain 15-25 pounds of weight (~6.80-11.34 kg), and absolutely no weight loss measures should be taken during pregnancy.
Please consult your doctor about your reasonable weight gain, because each pregnant woman is a unique case, and the most important thing during pregnancy is to have a good self-care regimen, a balanced, healthy diet with enough essential nutrients, and supplementing with essential elements as prescribed by your doctor.
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2. What happens if I gain too much weight during pregnancy?
If you gain too much weight during pregnancy, you will have to lose more weight after giving birth, and studies have shown that if it is not possible to lose all the excess weight within a year, that weight will permanent trend. If a woman intends to become pregnant again, it is best to return to a healthy weight before conception.
3. Gaining too much weight during pregnancy will make the fetus bigger?
This is not necessarily true, because gaining too much weight does not necessarily make the fetus grow larger. Moreover, gaining too much weight will make it more difficult to lose weight after giving birth.
4. When should weight loss after giving birth take place and for how long?
At least in the first 6 weeks after giving birth, the mother should not think about losing weight, but the most important thing is to follow a complete, balanced and healthy diet. At this time, most mothers are sleep-deprived, tired, and even unable to prepare meals, so it would be unreasonable to lose weight at this time.
Postpartum weight loss can last up to a year, so it's best to lose weight gradually, losing 1 to 2 pounds per week (~ 0.45 - 0.91 kg).
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5. What is the most suitable weight loss plan for non-breastfeeding people?
Six weeks after giving birth, the mother can start planning to cut back on energy intake by a few hundred calories per day, but must provide the body with a minimum of 1600 calories per day.
Even though you are in the process of losing weight, your diet still needs to be balanced and healthy. To have enough strength and health, the mother needs to eat at least 3-4 balanced meals a day, with healthy foods (such as fruits, vegetables, lean protein, foods rich in fiber). ,...). Do not consume unhealthy foods such as junk food, sweets,...
Calories can be cut quite a bit if you limit the use of cooking oils and fats. Don't forget to drink plenty of water, but avoid soft drinks or alcoholic beverages.
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6. For nursing mothers, how should they lose weight?
Breastfeeding mothers should not go on a weight loss diet, because they need a lot of energy and nutrients to produce quality milk for lactation.
Even in the event that the weight is not falling as expected, remember that everything you are doing is aimed at ensuring what is best for the baby. Mothers should also note that diet affects the quality of breast milk, and the amount of breast milk more or less depends on how much the mother breastfeeds.
7. Does breastfeeding help the mother lose weight?
Breastfeeding should not be used as a weight loss method, whether it is effective for weight loss or not is unclear. In fact, many mothers cannot lose weight until they stop breastfeeding altogether.
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8. Is it possible to lose weight after giving birth with exercise?
Exercise is one of the methods that can be used to lose weight after giving birth, but always keep in mind that the best weight loss process should happen slowly and gradually.
Most mothers who give birth vaginally will be able to exercise after a few weeks of giving birth, while those who have a caesarean section may need a longer period of rest and recovery. To be most sure when it is safe to exercise, consult your doctor.
9. Does lack of sleep affect weight loss?
Studies have shown that at six months postpartum, mothers who sleep less than 6 hours a night have a harder time losing weight than mothers who sleep more than 6 hours a night.
Taking care of a baby is hard work, especially for small families, but getting enough rest is also important for a mother, so do all you can to get enough sleep. Getting enough rest gives the mother the energy to do other things, like maintaining a healthy, balanced diet, and then working out to lose weight.
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Article reference source: webmd.com
