Weight Watchers & Pregnancy ?

Question

I just found out that i am pregnant. I am 5'7 (166cm) & weigh 91kg..so i am already 25kg overweight. I know doing weight watchers is a ' no no' during pregnancy ( as with any other weight loss program during pregnancy). BUT i have heard that 'watching your weight' & doing light exercise is good to avoid putting on much more weight.

Would it be good to do the POINTS program ( counting points for myself & the baby) that way i am not under-eating nor over-eating ??

I would usually have 22points without being pregnant..so i was thinking maybe 32 points while pregnant with light walking, leg & arm exercises ? Has anyone one else tried calorie control during pregnancy ? If so, I'd love to hear !

I understand that i need to gain weight during pregnancy..I just want to gain the 'baby weight' without adding additional kgs that i really DONT need. THANKS ! :-)

Answer 1

I do not think counting points is a good idea during pregnancy.  You need to eat in order to have a healthy baby.  I would suggest talking to your doctor or a nutritionist for a healthy menu idea while pregnant.  Walking is ok and highly recommended.  

Answer 2

Ignore that 1300 calorie suggestion.  It is true that you need an extra 300 calories IF you are on a regular 2000 calorie a day diet.  You need 2300 calories a day for your growing baby.  This is one of those times you have to put your child before yourself and eat right

Answer 3

I read that you technically only need 300 cal/day more than before you became pregnant. I wouldn't necessarily go on weight watchers, but def watch how much of what you are consuming. Try keeping it at 1300 cal/day. They say to lose weight drop to 1000 cal/day for best results without being unhealty. Then just add on the 300 your peanut needs and you should be fine!