I wanted to loose weight before I got pg but

that never happened. I have fibromyalgia so I actually gained weight.

I know I can't loose 40 lbs but I would like to loose about 15. Has anyone gone on a diet and lost weight while being pg?

PS- i'm not quite sure yet if I am pg- went to Dr. today and had blood drawn- long story- but I feel like I am and I really need to lose weight.

Thanks!

Re: I wanted to loose weight before I got pg but

I strongly advise you against losing weight if you think you're preggo....

just eat healthy foods and a normal amount of calories for the time being, and get tested. If you get your BFP, you really shouldn't be on a calorie restricted diet.... you also shouldn't pick-up new strenuous exercise routines. just voice your concerns to your OB and ask for guidance on how you can safely minimize weight gain while pregnant.

frankly, since getting my BFP, I've lost 5 lbs.... I'm overweight, and am expected to gain only about 15-20lbs throughout pregnancy. (vs normal weight moms who gain closer to 30 lbs).

Re: I wanted to loose weight before I got pg but

Thank you for replying. I thought the same thing. Just eat very healthy like I have been. There is so much I don't know and I don't like to ask questions unless I research and can't find the answer. I've been reading, reading, reading and sometimes I get overwhelmed.

I'm happy to know that overweight women will gain less weight. Thanks again!

Re: I wanted to loose weight before I got pg but

Pregnancy is not the time to diet. Just watch what you eat, eat whn you are hungry but eat healthy. The weight gain probably won't be as rapid.

Re: I wanted to loose weight before I got pg but

You might drop a few pounds just by eating a healthful diet...Talk to your Dr. about what is best for you.

This site has a section for manging weight gain when pregnant with calorie trackers and other helpful resources.

http://babyfit.sparkpeople.com/messageboard.asp

Good Luck

Re: I wanted to loose weight before I got pg but

I am also an overweight mommy to be and am not happy about it. My doc told me that a diet or calorie restriction of any kind is a no-no! Now that I am almost 10 weeks, he will allow me to do prenatal yoga and walking as long as I don't get too overheated. He tells me to just eat as healthy as I can and to not worry about it so much. He told me that plus sized moms typically gain less weight anyway...an average of about 15-20 lbs. Don't stress about it once you get your BFP! Trust me...there are plenty of other things to worry about once you are PG!!