Hypothyroidism, also called underactive thyroid or low thyroid, is a disorder of the endocrine system in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. It can cause a number of symptoms, such as poor ability to tolerate cold, a feeling of tiredness, constipation, depression, and weight gain. Occasionally there may be swelling of the front part of the neck due to goitre. Untreated hypothyroidism during pregnancy can lead to delays in growth and intellectual development in the ba
It is recommended that you gain between 2-4 lbs the first trimester and a pound a week after that (hence the 25-35 lbs gained during pregnancy). However you can't take it back, so just started making healthier food choices (limit the fast food runs) and eat healthy snacks and start walking for exercise.
Pregnancy Weight Gain: Facts. 1  For women who were a normal weight before pregnancy with a BMI of 18.5-24.9 the recommended weight gain guideline is 25-35 pounds. 2  Women who are underweight pre-pregnancy with a BMI of less than 18.5 should gain between 28-40 pounds unless your health care provider says differently.regnancy Weight Gain: Average Distribution. 1  7 1/2 pounds is about how much the baby will weigh by the end of pregnancy. 2  1 1/2 pounds is how much the placenta weighs.