Define faulty. faulty synonyms, faulty pronunciation, faulty translation, English dictionary definition of faulty. adj. faultÂ·iÂ·er , faultÂ·iÂ·est 1. Containing a fault or defect; imperfect or defective. 2. Obsolete Deserving of blame; guilty. faultâ²iÂ·ly adv.
1 Healthy weight (BMI of 18.5 to 24.9): If your pre-pregnancy weight was in the healthy range for your height at conception you should gain between 25 and 35 pounds, gaining 1 to 5 pounds in the first trimester and about 1 pound per week for the rest of your pregnancy for the optimal growth of your baby.
If you are in the normal weight and BMI category before pregnancy, your weight gain should be about 37-54 pounds. Overweight women will aim for a weight gain of 31-50 pounds. Women who begin pregnancy at an obese weight should strive for a 25-42 pound gain.