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Healthy Weight Gain in Pregnancy
Gaining weight is normal and necessary, but the rate matters. Most Indian women should gain 10–12 kg in total.
Common Causes
- Baby, placenta, amniotic fluid and increased blood volume.
- Storage of fat for breastfeeding.
Safe Remedies & Tips
- Eat balanced meals — dal, sabzi, roti, curd, fruit.
- Avoid 'eating for two' — only ~300 extra calories needed.
- Stay active with walking and prenatal yoga.
- Track your weight at every check-up.
- Talk to your doctor if you gain too much or too little.
When to call the doctor
Always consult your healthcare provider if your symptoms are severe, sudden, or accompanied by other worrying signs like fever, bleeding, or intense pain.