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.
The IOM guidelines recommend the following: 1  Pregnant women who are underweight (body mass index [BMI] of less than 18.5) should gain 28 to 40 pounds.  Pregnant women who are normal weight (BMI of 18.5 to 24.9) should gain between 25 and 35 pounds.