Weight in pregnancy?

Question

i am 34 weeks pregnant and just a quick question i weighed myself this morning and i have lost about 3 pounds in 3 weeks, is this normal? i thought you are supposed to put on weight not lose it.

curious kristy x

Answer 1

It can be normal to loose weight, many factors can change your weight.  You could be going off foods you have typically enjoyed, or find you just cant eat as much, as there's not enough space for your food now.  At 34 weeks, baby is taking up a lot of room.

I wish I was you!  I am putting weight on for anyone in the world who has lost any - and I am not eating anywhere near as much as I was.  I look like a balloon!  I am 34 weeks and 1 day!

Answer 2

you are suppose to gain weight! I lost 3 pounds in 2 weeks when I was 28 weeks and my OBGYN had a FIT!! all I have to say is stuff your face. But one question for you- the previous time you weighed yourself were you at the doctor or on a different scale? Sometimes that will be your problem.

Answer 3

That is totally normal . As of my last appt Monday I have lost a 1lb and I'm 38 weeks . Its not that I'm not eating , I've just had the worst acid reflux and everything effects it :( . Don't worry by your next appt, you may be back up to 3lbs your weight can fluctuate in pregnancy .  

Answer 4

Usually you start losing weight before you give birth.  But it's best to ask your Dr.  

Answer 5

yes its normal to lose weight during ur pregnancy!! i lost at the begining with my first lo then lost nearly a stone the last 2 weeks of my 2nd . but if u feel worried speak to your midwife x