Unexpected Weight Loss In Pregnancy

I m eating healthy normal meals drinking plenty of water and get 30 mins of cardio a day but for me that s normal.

Unexpected weight loss in pregnancy. However losing weight during pregnancy is cause for concern if the weight loss is substantial long lasting or occurs after the first trimester. My dr is baffled and keeps asking if i m vomiting or not eating which i m not vomiting anymore and i am eating normally. Very rapid weight loss may signal the presence of postpartum depression or baby blues.

Has anyone else had unexplained weight loss during pregnancy. If you feel you ve gained too much. In the preceding sections we have covered unexplained weight loss during pregnancy but if you re pregnant and overweight you should also know the facts about dieting and exercising to lose weight during pregnancy.

Deliberate weight loss during pregnancy. According to henderson it s only a cause for concern if pregnancy weight loss hits 5 and 10 percent of a woman s total body weight. The rate at which you lose your pregnancy weight can affect your health and the health of your breastfeeding baby.

Sometimes it is nothing to worry about especially if the weight loss is short lived and followed by the recommended weight gain. While many women may struggle to lose weight and regain their pre pregnancy shape other new mothers may shed pounds quickly. Losing weight in pregnancy might seem alarming but it s fairly common.

Causes of unexplained weight loss after pregnancy. Doctors identify four main factors that can cause you to suddenly lose a lot of weight immediately after pregnancy. Never try to lose weight later in pregnancy.

In addition you can expect a systematic weight loss in the next six months. A loss of appetite because of the morning sickness is a common cause of pregnancy weight loss too.