Dr. Nimra Ali • Healthcare Ecosystem
Healthy Weight Gain During Pregnancy
How much weight should you gain during pregnancy? Guidelines adapted for Pakistani women's body types and dietary patterns.
Weight Gain Guidelines
Healthy weight gain during pregnancy depends on your pre-pregnancy BMI. Pakistani women often either gain too little (due to poor nutrition) or too much (due to cultural practices of eating for two).
Recommended Gain
- Underweight (BMI <18.5): 12.5-18 kg
- Normal weight (BMI 18.5-24.9): 11.5-16 kg
- Overweight (BMI 25-29.9): 7-11.5 kg
- Obese (BMI >30): 5-9 kg