Rapid weight gain during pregnancy

After pregnancy, there is actually a standard for the weight of pregnant women. If they are too thin, it can easily cause problems with fetal development. However, if the weight of pregnant women increases too quickly, it is also abnormal. Generally speaking, pregnant mothers will experience significant weight gain after 3 months of pregnancy. If during the prenatal check-up, the doctor points out that the weight gain is too fast, then pregnant mothers should pay attention to their diet.

What to do if pregnant women gain weight too fast

Pregnant women should follow the weight gain standards. If they find themselves gaining weight too quickly, they must manage their weight, control their diet, and exercise appropriately. Here are some things to start with:

1. Reduce the intake of foods with a high glycemic index. In order to avoid the vicious cycle of insulin resistance and fat accumulation in the middle and late stages of pregnancy, we should vigorously promote nutritional guidance during pregnancy and reduce the incidence of gestational diabetes.

2. Control your weight and eat healthily. Avoid consuming too much high-calorie food, eat less sugary food, eat only one piece of fruit a day, stick to eating small meals frequently, and consider a variety of nutritional combinations for snacks, and control the weight gain during the entire pregnancy to around 12.5kg. Three meals a day must be regular. When eating, you should chew slowly and avoid eating too fast.

3. Do appropriate exercise without feeling tired. Expectant mothers can insist on taking a walk after dinner every day, which can not only reserve energy for the delivery, but also help them consume excess calories and aid gastrointestinal digestion.

4. Learn to relax and face production with a normal mind. The greater the stress, the more likely expectant mothers are to become obese. In this regard, all pregnant mothers should learn to relax themselves, choose healthy ways to release negative emotions, and welcome the arrival of the baby with a normal mind.

If a pregnant woman gains weight too quickly during pregnancy, it can lead to problems such as macrosomia, gestational diabetes, and pregnancy-induced hypertension. Studies have pointed out that although abnormal fetuses are not common in women with excessive weight gain, the incidence of cesarean sections remains high. When the weight gain during pregnancy exceeds 20 kilograms, the cesarean section rate can be as high as 60%, accompanied by a high incidence of pregnancy-related hypertension.