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2 Apr 2024

Event - Baby is gaining weight

Baby is gaining weight
Your baby is rapidly gaining weight, a crucial phase for their growth and development in the womb.
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What does it mean for my baby's development?

At 25 weeks, significant weight gain indicates healthy growth and development. The baby is building up fat, which is crucial for regulating body temperature and metabolism after birth.

How much weight should my baby be gaining?

While growth rates can vary, by 25 weeks, the average fetus weighs about 1.5 to 2.2 pounds (680 to 1000 grams). This period marks the start of more rapid weight gain.

Can I track my baby's weight gain through ultrasounds?

Yes, ultrasounds can estimate fetal weight by measuring various parts of the baby's body. These estimates can give you an idea of whether your baby's growth is on track.

What factors contribute to my baby's weight gain?

Your baby's weight gain is influenced by your diet, overall health, and the efficiency of the placenta. Adequate nutrition, avoiding harmful substances, and regular prenatal care support healthy fetal growth.

Should I be concerned about how much weight I'm gaining?

Your healthcare provider will monitor your weight gain to ensure it's within a healthy range for your pregnancy stage. Excessive or insufficient maternal weight gain can affect the baby's growth, so it's important to follow your healthcare provider's recommendations.

Juliette
Midwife for 8+ years
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Santana
15 Dec 2023

Anyone else has big babies in 36weeks and my baby is estimated to weight already 8lbs so they are going to induce me at 39weeks ….How is she gaining weight so fast 💨

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Demi
Meee! I’m 37 weeks baby measuring 9Ibs 14 ounces. I have my c section scheduled in 6 days.
27 Mar 2024

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Santana
❤️❤️❤️big baby team
27 Mar 2024

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Natalie
13 Nov 2023

Is anyone else struggling with body image when it comes to gaining all this baby weight? Or is it just me

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Ayla
yes ma’am
27 Mar 2024

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Tyra
No I love my body pregnant or not 🥰 baby girl making my booty fatter
27 Mar 2024

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SAJ
12 Oct 2023

I’m gaining weight so fast 😩🥴 & my stomach is growing so fast ! Praying my baby is a girl because I’m going through it 💕🙏🏼

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monie unique🎀
Praying for a safe and healthy pregnancy for you beautiful🫶🏽🫶🏽🩷
27 Mar 2024

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SAJ
Thankyou so much 💕🫶🏼
27 Mar 2024

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Tasha
5 Sep 2023

Has anyone ever been told that their baby is gaining weight but the baby stomach is smaller than before?

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Daisha
Yes 29 weeks but my baby boy stomach is only 13in
27 Mar 2024

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Tasha
So what did they say
27 Mar 2024

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Ana
15 Aug 2023

I wanna know why y’all are gaining so much weight being pregnant 😭I’ve only gained a pound almost two and that’s just baby weight.😂is sum wrong with me or what ?

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Danielle 🦦🪷
I gained 50lbs my first and then I went up and down the same 5lbs for the last two. Nothing wrong with you. You’re just all baby
27 Mar 2024

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Sylvia Maxine
I’m only 16.5 weeks along and I’ve gained 20 lbs. I’m scared it’s not going to stop.
27 Mar 2024

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Jenifer
11 Apr 2023

I am gaining weight with my baby boy last appointment I was 137 and now I’m weight 144 is that good or bad People say you gaining weight u are having a girl But idk but Ik I’m having a baby boy

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jelly
usual to gain up to 25 pounds during pregnancy is normal
27 Mar 2024

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Nevaeh
Gaining weight no matter what gender is normal
27 Mar 2024

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Faithsomone
18 Dec 2022

I’m wondering what y’all did to gain weight for the baby like I’m gaining weight but he is not gaining enough I’m in the 8th percentile I’m worried I’m wondering if they will induce me?

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Takia
How much do your baby weigh ?
27 Mar 2024

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Takia
It’s I’ve been told my whole pregnancy my baby is under weight first he was in the 17th percentile then went to 10 but I honestly think my baby does what he want literally every week after he gets a lil bigger at 30 weeks my baby was barely 3lb6oz as of last week he’s 6lbs2 oz . So don’t stress yourself mommy cause I sure was stressing all I did was just keep eating like I been doing
27 Mar 2024

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tallulah
15 Oct 2022

I’m starting to think that instead of me gaining weight, the baby is just eating my weight or something 😐. Week 28…still 124 pounds this morning.

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Lety
It's possible
27 Mar 2024

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Ana
Omg same starting weight was 190 now I’m 165 and he’s completely healthy 😂
27 Mar 2024

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Tiffany
14 Oct 2022

So it looks like baby girl is gaining weight but my weight is staying around the same

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Apryl
That's how I am. Baby growing regularly but why my weight the same every doctor visit 🤔
27 Mar 2024

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Angelique
Same here. I hear its normal for women who are already overweight. Idk if its true this is my first
27 Mar 2024

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Sierra
4 Nov 2021

Is anyone not gaining weight but their baby is? Not concerned lol. Just was wondering.

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Bella
I’ve actually lost weight 8lb in my first trimester due to vomiting. I haven’t noticed my belly get bigger. However, my baby is growing with no issues and I’m thankful . I’ve been told that it’s too soon to start showing.
27 Mar 2024

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Vena
I am 30 weeks and I just now started gaining weight. Im having a boy idk if that matters but when I had my girls I started gaining almost immediately. I haven't had morning sickness either
27 Mar 2024

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