Whats wrong with gaining too much weight during pregnancy?
There will be more to lose after the baby is born, and studies show that if you don’t get if off within a year, the extra weight is more likely to become permanent. And if you are thinking about getting pregnant again, it is best to return to your healthy weight before conception. Does gaining too much weight result in a bigger baby? That is a myth. Gaining too much weight will not necessarily cause the baby to be larger. Just because you are “eating for two” doesn’t mean you should eat twice as much. Gaining beyond 25-35 pounds for a single birth just makes it harder to lose after the baby is born. How long should it take to lose the baby weight? Forget about dieting for at least six weeks postpartum and focus on eating a healthy diet. Most women are sleep-deprived, tired, and lack the energy to exercise, prepare healthy meals, and do what it takes to lose weight. Losing the baby weight can take upwards of a year. Ideally, you should take the weight off gradually, aiming for 1-2 pound
