Healthy Pregnancy Weight Gain: Guidelines and How to Track It

# Healthy Pregnancy Weight Gain: Guidelines and How to Track It

Weight gain is a normal and important part of pregnancy. Tracking weight gain with a pregnancy tracker helps you and your provider understand whether you are on target for a healthy pregnancy.

Recommended ranges (general guidance)

• Underweight (BMI < 18.5): 28–40 lbs
• Normal weight (BMI 18.5–24.9): 25–35 lbs
• Overweight (BMI 25–29.9): 15–25 lbs
• Obese (BMI ≥ 30): 11–20 lbs

How to track weight safely

Use your pregnancy tracker to record weekly weights, noting the date and any relevant symptoms. Rapid or large changes should be discussed with your healthcare provider. A pregnancy tracker that charts weight over time makes trends easy to spot.

Nutrition and exercise tips

• Focus on nutrient-dense foods rather than calories alone.
• Aim for a balanced mix of protein, healthy fats, and whole grains.
• Include safe prenatal exercise as recommended by your provider.

When to seek advice

If your pregnancy tracker shows unexpected weight loss, rapid gain, or signs such as severe swelling or shortness of breath, contact your care team promptly.

Tracking weight with a pregnancy tracker keeps you informed and supports healthy decisions throughout pregnancy.